Arnhem RCAF Squadrons Plaque

Ottawa, Ontario
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Other

This memorial plaque is dedicated to the Battle of Arnhem and the RCAF squadrons who were awarded the Battle Honour “Arnhem”.

This plaque is one of 39 plaques unveiled in 2009 at Hylands Golf Club. The plaques commemorate former Ottawa-area military installations, a military patron saint, battle honours, ships, units, and squadrons.

Inscription

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Arnhem

Awarded to RCAF squadrons participating in the Allied airborne operations of 17-26 September, 1944. 437 Squadron took part in the Arnhem, Holland lift and support operations, towing gliders and dropping supplies while Spitfire squadrons provided fighter cover throughout the operation.

Prix remis aux escadrons de l’ARC qui ont participé aux opérations allies aéroportées du 17 au 26 septembre 1944. Le 436e Escardon a pris part aux opérations à Arnhem, en Hollande. Il a appuyé les opérations en remorquant des planeurs et en larguant des fournitures alors que de nombreux escadrons de Spitfire assuraient la couverture au cours des opérations.

Visitor information

Location
Arnhem RCAF Squadrons Plaque

2101 Alert Road
Ottawa
Ontario
GPS Coordinates
Lat. 45.3169923
Long. -75.6506521
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