419 Squadron [entry point]

419 Squadron [entry point]

RCAF 419 (Moose) Squadron [entry point]

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419 Squadron was a Canadian squadron formed in December 1941 at RAF Mildenhall in 3 Group, equipped with Wellingtons. From August to November 1942 it had short spells at RAF Leeming, RAF Topcliffe and RAF Croft before moving to RAF Middleton St George in November 1942, where it remained as part of the Canadian 6 Group until the end of the war. Also in November 1942 it converted to Halifaxes which it operated until April 1944 when it re-equipped with Canadian-built Lancasters. The squadron returned to Canada in June 1945.

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