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The Short Stirling Mk III Heavy bomber

Posted on March 23, 2013 by robtreacher

The RAF’s largest bomber aircraft of World War Two. At a length of 87 feet, 3 inches, she was a full 18 feet longer than the Lancaster and was the first of the RAF’s trio of four engined heavy bombers. … Continue reading →

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Bomber Command

Posted on March 3, 2013 by robtreacher

“Then outward bound they set, these Vikings of a new born age To write fresh deeds of valour, with crystal pen on history’s deathless page. In silver galleons they set out, Strange ships and wondrous men were these who plumbed … Continue reading →

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