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3210 Servicing Commando RAF Memorial ALG B3
The RAF Commando Units were trained and organised in a similar way to the Army and Royal Marines Commandos. They accompanied forward Units into battle to maintain the air strips made by the Construction Comapanies, or making usable any German facilities that remained. Commando 3210 was formed in 1942 from personnel of Fighter Command. The plaque is on ALG B3. B3 is claimed to be the The first Landing and Operations ALG...in the Liberation of Europe. Date: 2002
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Accompanied Commando Commandos Forward Maintain Marines Organised Similar Strips They Trained Units Made
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This poignant photograph captures the 3210 Servicing Commando Memorial at Airfield B3, a poignant reminder of the vital role played by the Royal Air Force (RAF) Commando Units during World War II. Formed in 1942 from personnel of Fighter Command, these Commando units were trained and organized in a similar manner to the Army and Royal Marines Commandos. Their unique role was to accompany forward units into battle, maintaining the air strips made by the Construction Companies or making usable any German facilities that remained. The plaque at Airfield B3, located at the first Landing and Operations Airfield in the Liberation of Europe, pays tribute to the valiant efforts of Commando 3210. This unit, formed in 1942, was the first of its kind and played a crucial role in supporting the Allied forces in their advance across Europe. The airfield, which was the site of the first successful Allied airborne operation in Europe, was essential for the supply and support of ground forces. The RAF Commando Units, often working under dangerous conditions, played a critical role in ensuring the success of the Allied forces in Europe. Their bravery and dedication were instrumental in the eventual victory against the Axis powers. This photograph serves as a testament to their heroism and sacrifice, and the legacy of the RAF Commando Units continues to inspire and remind us of the importance of teamwork, courage, and resilience in the face of adversity.
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