Swedish Volunteer Squadron in the Winter War

Discussion in 'Scandinavia and Finland' started by Gerard, Dec 11, 2009.

  1. Gerard

    Gerard Seelow/Prora

    Seems that the Swedes provided some assistance to the Finns in the Winter War in the form of squadron F.19. They fought for 62 days and flew Gloster Gladiator and Hawker Hart aircraft. here is a link to info on them:

    F19 in the Winter War


    Came across this image of a Galdiator in Finnish colors. Note the Skis in place of wheels
     

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  2. Smudger Jnr

    Smudger Jnr Our Man in Berlin

    Gotthard,

    A nice find on a little publicised aspect of the conflict.

    Regards
    Tom
     

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