As shells from the naval bombardment whistle overhead, and ground-fire
crackles around them, a pair of Mk IXb Spitfires from 412 Canadian
Squadron make a fast run over Juno Beach, in support of the Third
Canadian Division storming ashore. Landing craft negotiate their
way through choppy seas and mined beach obstacles to discharge
men at the water’s edge, ready to assault the high sea wall,
as tanks begin to open fire on nearby enemy positions.
Signed by two Spitfire pilots who flew combat over the D-Day
invasion beaches.
Wing Commander Peter Ayerst DFC - Squadron Leader Franciszek
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