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1949 Statue for the Royal Air Force is unveiled
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April 23, 2026
April 23, 2026
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0:19Now PlayingDate: 3rd March 1949
Location: Britain
Source: Reuters Historical News Collection: GAUMONT BRITISH NEWSREEL (REUTERS)
ENGLAND: London:
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PANAMA. Friends of Britain Association present State of Cannon shells to R.A.F.
??? Shots of Bronze statue given to Royal Air Force by Assoc of Friends of Britain. Made from cannon shells.
STATUES. Association of Friends of Britain present statue of cannon to the R.A.F.
Royal Air Force; Buildings, Landmarks and Monuments; Ceremonies - Memorial
Monument, bronze, statue, curtain
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