Wartime Memories Project - The Great War - 57 Squadron

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The Wartime Memories Project - The Great War - Number 57 Squadron formed at Copmanthorpe, Yorkshire, on 8 June 1916 moving to France at the end of the year. By February 1917, the unit was ready for action and began offensive and reconnaissance patrols. They converted to DH4s and a changed to a role of high altitude bombing. At the end of the War, the Squadron was employed on communications flying with DH9As before returning to the UK in August 1919 and disbanding at the end of the year. If you have a story or any photographs which you would like to share please get in touch. Send an E-mail to Website and ALL Material © Copyright MM - All Rights Reserved