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Wreck of Gloster Gladiator Mk II N5628

Aircraft & Exhibits, 22 APR 1939-25 APR 1940, London, Hangar Three/Four, 72/A/472

The Gloster Gladiator was the RAF's last biplane fighter and the first to feature an enclosed cockpit for the pilot. Deliveries began in 1937, with Gladiators continuing to serve in the early years of the Second World War. However, it had been rendered almost obsolete by newer monoplane designs such as the Hurricane even as it was being introduced. Though often pitted against more formidable foes during the early days of the Second World War, it performed reasonably well in combat.

Gloster Gladiator II wreck. Engine and front section of wrecked aircraft., © RAF Museum/Iain Duncan

Flying Officer J.A. Bell - the story of a wireless operator

Film & Sound, In Storage, X001-1880

Recording in which Flying Officer Bell tells the story of a shipping strike off the coast of Norway, during which his Hudson was damaged and wireless operator injured.

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Squadron Leader O J H Barron - Attack on shipping at Aalesund

Film & Sound, In Storage, X001-1834

Recording in which Squadron Leader Barron describes an attack on shipping at Aalesund, Norway.

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