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Gilze Rijen (Codename B.77)

1945-01-01 · Gilse Rijen · Netherlands

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Photo: Flight mechanics work on the engine of North American Mustang Mark IA, FD535 'X', of No. 268 Squadron RAF at a snow-covered dispersal at B77/Gilze-Rijen, Holland, while other airmen sweep snow from the wings. Date unknown

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