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    Battle of Britain flypast at Biggin Hill, 18-08-2015, involving 18 Spitfires, and 6 Hurricans.

    Battle of Britain: Flypast for 75th anniversary of 'Hardest Day' - BBC News

    In pictures: Flypast remembering Battle of Britain - BBC News

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    Saw some of that on the local news today here in Oz, makes the hairs on the back of your neck stand up.
    Back in the late 50's early 60's my stepdad had a pig farm not far from Biggin Hill. There were at that time one Hurricane and One Spitfire outside the airfield on display. Wonder if they are still there.
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    Today when the Vets look at Britain I bet they wonder if the Sacrifice was worth it.
    Good to see many are still with us, average age 95.
    Cheers to them
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    Hi John, is this how you remember it ?

    BBC - History - RAF Biggin Hill (pictures, video, facts & news)


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    Quote Originally Posted by Frederick Lacey View Post
    Hi John, is this how you remember it ?

    BBC - History - RAF Biggin Hill (pictures, video, facts & news)


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    Thanks for that one, yes that is how I was back then.
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