No. 617 Squadron RAF
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No. 617 Squadron was an RAF Squadron commanded by Leonard Cheshire during D-Day 5-6 June 1944.
Background
Formation and history
5-6 June 1944
Between 5-6 June 1944, Leonard Cheshire was a captain in command of 617 Squadron conducting Operation Taxable[1].
Citations
- ↑ Gilbert, Martin (2004). D-Day. John Wiley & Sons. p. 128. ISBN 9780471423409.
Bibliography
Gilbert, Martin (2004). D-Day. John Wiley & Sons. ISBN 9780471423409.
Contributors: Paul Sidle