No. 161 Squadron RCAF

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No. 161 Squadron RCAF
Active 1943-1945
Disbanded 31 May 1945
CountryCanadian Red Ensign (1921-1957).svg  Canada
AllegianceCanadian Red Ensign (1921-1957).svg  Canada
Branch Royal Canadian Air Force Ensign (1941-1968).svg Royal Canadian Air Force
Role Bomber Reconnaissance
Part of RCAF Eastern Air Command
Engagements

Second World War

Battle honours North-West Atlantic 1943-1945 [1]

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References

  1. "No.161 (Bomber Reconnaissance) Squadron" . Retrieved 18 Sep 2013.
  2. "No. 161 Squadron" . Retrieved 18 Sep 2013.

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