Sunday, June 14, 2009

54 Sqdn A Flight AAR: Bombing Raid — Advanced HQ 20 APR

Sir:

Yesterday evening I requested two DH4's, with complete crews, so "A" Flt, No. 54 Sqdn, might continue bombing, spotting, and reconnaissance operations. This morning I found that my request was denied in its totality, and yet "A" Flt was ordered to conduct a bombing raid against the enemy Advance Headquarters. No one can be surprised that I must cancel this mission.

(signed) Major Benjamin Wagner
Commanding Officer, No. 54 Sqdn RFC
April 20, 1917

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