80th Anniversary of The Great Escape - Squadron Leader James Catanach
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- Опубликовано: 23 мар 2024
- Today on 25 March 2024, we mark the 80th anniversary of The Great Escape, the largest Allied prisoner of war breakout of the Second World War.
Dr Kristen Alexander - Author and Aviation historian, shares insight into this extraordinary event, highlighting the actions and legacy of intrepid Australian serviceman, Squadron Leader James Catanach, No. 455 Squadron, who was among the five Australians who dared to escape the camp.
The Last Post Ceremony for 25 March 2024, will commemorate the life of Squadron Leader James Catanach. Watch the livestream: brnw.ch/21wIb6A
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Highest Repect for all the men, the greatest generation!
Amongst the NZers involved were PO John Pohe (Executed), PO Christensen (Executed), Flt-Lt Mick Shand (Recaptured), Sqdn-Ldr Leonard Trent VC (recaptured) - Lest We Forget
I have a huge amount of respect for each and every one of these gents. Their determination, bravery, patriotism, creativity and sheer resourcefulness is second to none!
R.I.P to the brave 50 and other inmates involved. Proud of them all despite never knowing them. They succeeded in causing the Germans mayhem but it was a costly ending that should've never happened. Such a tragic loss to the world.
So many fine men, from all the Allied forces, making the sacrifices that needed to be made. It is important that we remember and continue to honour those who died on foreign soil, protecting the world from evil. Lest we forget.
There was a great documentary a few years ago on national geographic about the the hunt for the Germans behind the execution & how they were brought to justice.
Lest we forget.
"A Vinculo Terrae per Ardua Ad Astra."
- St. Sin."
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Wrong video champ. This is about The Great Escape in WW2.