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Zooming in formation over the C
Zooming in formation over the C

Zooming in formation over the C

Date9/3/1947
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Original Toronto Star caption: Zooming in formation over the C.N.E., the famed R.A.F. Dambuster squadron which blasted vital German Mohne and Eder dams, thrilled Canadians Tuesday. The big Lancasters will be back at the Exhibition Thursday in another spectacular flight
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)
Object NumberTSPA_0003333F
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