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Both squadrons participated in the long and hard fought bombing campaign against Germany and occupied Europe. Even though they sustained heavy losses, the squadrons pressed home their attacks with courage and detirmination. Crews from many nations such as Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa joined with aircrew from Great Britain to fly with these squadrons. Many paid the ultimate price, others scarred for life. This website pays tribute to these people and tells some of their story. Click on any of the links below to find out more | |
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Click here to find out about the RAF Elsham Wolds Association | ||
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First formed at the end of World War One and reformed in 1936, 103 Squadron served with RAF Bomber command throughout the Second World War. 576 squadron was formed from C Flight of 103 Squadron in November 1943. Both squadrons were stationed at Elsham Wolds, Lincolnshire in the UK. 11 months later 576 squadron moved to Fiskerton, also in the Lincolnshire area.