19 Halifaxes from 419 and 428 squadron were ordered on a mining operation to the Gironde Estuary. The crews were over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing 36@1500 lb mines.

F/Lt R. Anderson from 428 squadron returned early as the navigation aids were u/s.
 
 
 
 

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