No.296 Squadron Log Book, 14-18 September 1943

No.296 Squadron Log Book, 14-18 September 1943

Extract from the Log Book of Air Gunner Shenton of No.296 Squadron for the period 14-18 September 1943, kindly provided by his son Garry.

This page records an intense period of activity supporting the 8th Army soon after the invasion of mainland Italy. Shenton's Albemarle was used to provide close support for the advancing troops, flying four operations in three days, inclduing one against tanks and armoured cars.

How to cite this article: Rickard, J (18 April 2011), No.296 Squadron Log Book, 14-18 September 1943 , http://www.historyofwar.org/Pictures/pictures_log_296sqn_14_9_43.html

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