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The leader of one of the first RAF Fighter squadrons to destroy 100 enemy aircraft while
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The leader of one of the first RAF Fighter squadrons to destroy 100 enemy aircraft while
The leader of one of the first RAF Fighter squadrons to destroy 100 enemy aircraft while operating from one station is the famous hurdler Don Finlay who has represented Great Britain at the Olympic Games.
He recently took over a new Spitfire plane, provided by the Observer Corps and in his first three flights, brought down a Messerschmitt 109 on each occasion.
Picture shows: Pilots and crew of Number 41 Squadron, (the " Hundred" Squadron), with the Squadron Commander Don Finlay in the centre, posing in front of a Spitfire plane at Squadron Leader D Finlay, at Hornchurch, Essex.
28th December 1940
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Hornchurch
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Campaign Crew Mission Officer Pilots Plane Raid Royal Air Force
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This print captures a momentous chapter in aviation history, showcasing the leader of one of the first RAF Fighter squadrons to achieve an extraordinary feat - destroying 100 enemy aircraft while operating from a single station. The renowned hurdler and Olympic athlete, Don Finlay, who has proudly represented Great Britain at the Olympic Games, takes center stage in this remarkable image. Freshly assigned a brand new Spitfire plane courtesy of the Observer Corps, Squadron Commander Don Finlay wasted no time proving his mettle as an exceptional pilot. In his initial three flights with this magnificent aircraft, he achieved nothing short of brilliance by successfully bringing down a formidable Messerschmitt 109 on each occasion. The photograph immortalizes this significant milestone for Number 41 Squadron, known as the "Hundred". Squadron. Standing alongside their esteemed commander in front of the iconic Spitfire plane at Hornchurch in Essex, pilots and crew exude pride and determination. Their unwavering commitment to safeguarding their nation during these tumultuous times is palpable. Taken on December 28th, 1940 amidst World War II's relentless conflict and chaos, this picture serves as a poignant reminder of bravery and resilience exhibited by these valiant individuals serving under the Royal Air Force (RAF). It symbolizes not only their unwavering dedication but also pays homage to all those who fought gallantly during that era.
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