WW2 RAF Georgia 1942 Souther Field Training Detachment Original Photo

Description: A vintage photo taken by Aviation Cadet G.A. Bennett of the Royal Air Force. He was part of the Arnold Scheme program, where British pilots trained and prepared for war in the United States in the early war years. He was stationed in bases throughout the state during 1942 and 1943. This photo was taken by him and orginates from his personal album. It is likely one of a kind. Type & Size: A 3.5x2.5" original photograph.Condition: Original and in fair to good vintage condition. As it originated from a personal photo album from the 1940s it may contain remnants from being part of an album - marks, scuffs, pieces of cardboard or adhesives, etc. please see the photo scans for precise condition. This photo depicts a wide view of Souther Field, Georgia in 1942, featuring two prominent buildings with clear signage. The building on the left is labeled "TRAINING DETACHMENT" and an American flag is visible, suggesting a military training facility. The open parade ground is visible in the foreground.Souther Field, originally constructed during World War I, served as an important training base for military aviators. During World War II, it contributed to the training of pilots and crew, reinforcing the vital role of aviation in the war effort.Visible text includes "TRAINING DETACHMENT" prominently displayed on the building on the left. There are no identifiable people mentioned by name in the text.

Price: 34 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-11-29T04:03:17.000Z

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