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Friday the Thirteenth reaches its century. A Halifax III of RAF Bomber Command No 158
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Friday the Thirteenth reaches its century. A Halifax III of RAF Bomber Command No 158
Friday the Thirteenth reaches its century. A Halifax III of RAF Bomber Command No 158 Squadron ominously named Friday the 13th is pictured here standing quietly on dispersa at RAF Lissett following its 100th operational sortie, a night raid on the German city of Gelsenkirchen in North Rhine-Westphalia. The aircraft went on complete 128 missions before being struck off charge and scrapped in May 1945 Circa November 1944
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Friday the Thirteenth - A Haunting Legacy of Bravery and Perseverance
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. In this photo print, we are transported back to the heart-wrenching days of World War II. Friday the 13th, a Halifax III aircraft belonging to RAF Bomber Command No 158 Squadron, stands silently on dispersal at RAF Lissett after completing its monumental 100th operational sortie. The ominous name bestowed upon this mighty machine seems fitting as it gazes into the distance with an air of determination. This haunting image captures a pivotal moment in history - a night raid on Gelsenkirchen, Germany's industrial city in North Rhine-Westphalia. With bombs loaded and mission markers proudly displayed on its fuselage, Friday the 13th symbolizes both courage and sacrifice. Having completed an astounding total of 128 missions before meeting its ultimate fate in May 1945, this aircraft embodies resilience amidst unimaginable adversity. Its skull and crossbones emblem serves as a chilling reminder that war leaves no room for superstition or fear. As we delve into this snapshot from the past, let us honor not only those who piloted these flying fortresses but also those who tirelessly worked behind the scenes to ensure their success. This photograph is a testament to their unwavering dedication and unwritten bravery etched within every rivet of Friday the 13th's metallic frame. Let us remember them all - heroes whose stories continue to echo through time as they fought valiant
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