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A formation of No3 Squadron de Havilland DH9s
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A formation of No3 Squadron de Havilland DH9s
A formation of No3 Squadron de Havilland DH9s from Richmond, including A6-8, A6-16 and A6-21
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Formation Havilland Including Richmond Squadron
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This evocative photograph captures a formation of No.3 Squadron Royal Flying Corps (RFC) de Havilland DH.9s in flight over Richmond, England during World War I. The DH.9, a two-seat biplane bomber, was a key component of the RFC's air fleet, and No.3 Squadron played a significant role in strategic bombing missions against German targets. In this image, we see three DH.9s, identified as A6-8, A6-16, and A6-21, flying in a tight formation. The pilots, dressed in their leather helmets and goggles, concentrate intently on their flight path as they soar through the cloudless sky. The planes' wings are outstretched, and their propellers churn the air behind them. The image is a testament to the skill and precision of the pilots and the power and versatility of the DH.9. The photograph was taken during a training exercise or a mission, and the planes carry various markings and insignia, including the RFC roundel and the squadron's distinctive "3" insignia on the fuselage. The image captures a moment in time when the RFC was at the forefront of the air war, using innovative technology and tactics to gain a strategic advantage over the enemy. This photograph is a valuable historical record of the RFC's role in World War I and the bravery and skill of the pilots who flew these iconic planes. It is a reminder of the importance of air power in modern warfare and the sacrifices made by those who served in the skies above the battlefields.
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