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Another triumph for Britain's black-clad Commando troops was recorded in a successful raid on the German-held Norwegian islands of Vaagso and Maoloy. (...)
Another triumph for Britain's black-clad Commando troops was recorded in a successful raid on the German-held Norwegian islands of Vaagso and Maoloy. (...)

Another triumph for Britain's black-clad Commando troops was recorded in a successful raid on the German-held Norwegian islands of Vaagso and Maoloy. (...)

Date1/24/1942
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Original Toronto Star caption: Another triumph for Britain's black-clad Commando troops was recorded in a successful raid on the German-held Norwegian islands of Vaagso and Maoloy. This wounded officer is being assisted to a dressing station.
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0002299F
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