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On 9th October, 1924, King George V signed the Air Order-in Council establishing the Auxiliary Air Force. (now the Royal Auxiliary Air Force). This year, 2024, the Force celebrates its centenary, and it is referred to as RAuxAF 100.
The Royal Auxiliary Air Force (RAuxAF) is made up of part-time volunteer service personnel. To mark this occasion, 611 (West Lancashire) Squadron, which is based at RAF Woodvale, has put together this display to share some of their history and show where their modern personnel have served, including showing some of the medals they've received.
This exhibition tells the story of 611 Squadron's achievements and demonstrates the timespan of their service history.
611 Sqn Spt Mk V
611 Squadron History
1936 Formed at Speke (now Liverpool John Lennon) Airport.
1940 Spitfire sqn in Battle of France & Battle of Britain.
1944 Air patrols for Invasion of Normandy.
1946 Reformed at RAF Woodvale.
1951 Converted from Spitfires to Gloster Meteors at RAF Hooton Park.
1957 Disbanded.
2013 Reformed at RAF Woodvale.
611 Squadron Battle Honours
1940 Battle of Britain
1940 Dunkirk
1942 Dieppe
1944 Normandy
1939 – 1945 Channel and North Sea
1940 – 1945 Home Defence
1944 – 1945 France and Germany
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