Tick Talk
[Moderator Emeritus]
2364
I share your enthusiasm for the Mossie
in no small part because 418 City of Edmonton Squadron flew them. Formed in 1941, they had the job of intercepting B1 buzz bombs heading for London and became quite good at it, sometimes by tipping them off course with their own wings! They went on to day and night ranger missions where they had free reign to roam over Europe attacking targets of opportunity; generally other aircraft, trains, and supply depots. "Hairless Joe" was the Squadron Commander's ship and 418 became the highest scoring RCAF Sqn of the war. I had the honour of serving with them years later as a reservist when they had a Search and Rescue role until disbanded in 1994. I am exceedingly pleased to announce that in July of this year, 418 was once again re-formed as Search and Rescue flying the new CC-295.
Battle Of Britain Day ...
This is name given to the large-scale aerial battle that took place on the 15 September 1940 and was the decisive victory for the RAF, becoming the turning point in the war. Many pilots had joined the RAF from Poland, Czechoslovakia and the British Common...
Thank you my friend...
Some French pilots escaped in 1939/40 to join us. Not to be forgotten
Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few”
W. Churchill That line still sends a tingle down my spine! Lest we forget the brave men and women who gave their lives so we may enjoy ours.
At a critical moment in history...
“We shall defend our island, whatever the cost may be, we shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender.”
Jeez that man could speak.
Just depresses me to see what orators we have now everywhere. 😢
Don't forget...
the many pilots from the USA who either volunteered and became part of the Eagle Squadron and those who went to Canada and joined the RCAF. And that was before America got into the war. JB (Toronto, Canada)
Great and well deserved Tribute to the valiant men and women who were involved in that most important Battle of WW2 dear Captain!...
... and a very interesting testimony through the superb photographs of planes and individuals who participate. Let´s never forget them! As you know I´m very fond of airplanes and the Spitfire is my favorite plane of all times. Did you know that several Ar...
You are correct about the pilots Abel ...
RAF Squadron 164 was Argentine-British and also flew Typhoons. ...
I’m sure that you know this Abel but ...
for our community knowledge, more than 800 young men from neutral Argentina, some of them schoolboys, rushed to sign up as pilots and then made the long, dangerous trip to Europe by boat. Some 400 of the volunteers were accepted as pilots while the others...
Yes, I agree Abel...
we should also remember how many Jewish people were allowed into neutral Argentina, saving lives.
Squadron Leader !...
He’s on the right in this photo, a fantastic pilot and incredibly brave. ...
This is why
This is why I, 42 years ago when I was 18, joined the Air Force, became a fighter pilot with no other goal then to defend our freedom Glory to all those who gave their lives to defend our freedom, not just during hg WWII but other wars War is terrible, wa...
I completely agree with you...
when politicians fail us, the military steps in. Can you tell us anything else about your service ?
Much respect Jurry
That is very cool!! If you don't mind me asking which fighter jet(s) did you fly?
Hi
I flew NF-5, F104 Starfighter and the F16 Both for the Royal Netherlands Airforce as well as the US Airforce ...
Got it
Ha now I understand haha. Low level high speed flying is the best kick in you’re entire life (except from... and from ...) haha
Some more brave pilots ...... the forgotten ones
I expect that hardly anyone knows about the sikh, muslim and Hindu pilots Never in the films Never mentioned in the history books ...
That’s a very good point...
I love the photo, can you tell us anything else about them ?
Many are forgotten
Those not mentioned in the movies are no less heroes than those who have been mentioned And let’s never forget the other crew members, ground staff, support staff, forward air controllers working behind enemy lines to direct the pilots etccetc who also ma...
My way of remembering
Thanks for this post and sorry for coming late. I love to create small vignettes that tell a story. ...
Hi, Thanks for joining in ...
Love your Mosquito on of my favourite aircraft of the war. Especially it’s use in operation Jericho. I think you have posted a fitting tribute. Thank you.
I share your enthusiasm for the Mossie
in no small part because 418 City of Edmonton Squadron flew them. Formed in 1941, they had the job of intercepting B1 buzz bombs heading for London and became quite good at it, sometimes by tipping them off course with their own wings! They went on to day...
Hi thanks for your reply...
That’s very interesting about the Squadron I’ve posted a link below to somE interesting footage.. m.youtube.com
I’m pleased you enjoyed it...
A good friend was connected with Rolls Royce and told me that they had kept a Mosquito for development reasons for many years and it was seen flying in Wales in many occasions in the 60’s and 70’s. I have visited RAF Tangmere, a fascinating place that was...