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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:military_base
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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5
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:No._493_Squadron_RAAF
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gptkbp:active_years
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1943-1946
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gptkbp:aircraft_operated
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gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:noble_title
gptkb:Consolidated_Liberator
Heavy bomber
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gptkbp:awards
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gptkb:War_Medal_1939-1945
gptkb:Australian_Service_Medal
gptkb:Pacific_Star
gptkb:Unit_Citation_for_Gallantry
gptkb:Defence_Medal
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gptkbp:base
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gptkb:RAAF_Base_Amberley
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gptkbp:commander
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gptkb:musical_group
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gptkbp:conflict
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gptkb:World_War_II
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gptkbp:disbandment_date
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1946-01-01
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gptkbp:formation_date
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1943-01-01
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gptkbp:headquarters
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gptkb:Brisbane
gptkb:Queensland
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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First RAAF unit to operate heavy bombers
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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No. 100 Wing RAAF
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gptkbp:insignia
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Winged Sword
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gptkbp:involved_units
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gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:No._10_Operational_Group
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gptkbp:location
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gptkb:Australia
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gptkbp:motto
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gptkb:Per_Ardua_Ad_Astra
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gptkbp:nickname
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gptkb:The_Centurions
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gptkbp:notable_members
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gptkb:military_unit
gptkb:military_officer
gptkb:battle
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gptkbp:operational_area
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gptkb:South_West_Pacific_Theatre
1943-1946
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gptkbp:operational_status
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gptkb:Inactive
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gptkbp:part_of
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gptkb:military_base
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gptkbp:role
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Air support
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gptkbp:successor
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No. 1 Air Task Force
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gptkbp:supports
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Strategic bombing
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gptkbp:training
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gptkb:Pilot_training
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gptkbp:unit_history
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Established in 1943
Contributed to the defeat of Japan
Conducted training exercises
Provided logistical support
Involved in reconnaissance missions
Maintained operational readiness
Transitioned to peacetime operations
Disbanded in 1946
Supported Allied forces in the Pacific
Engaged in air-sea rescue operations
Legacy continued through successor units
Participated in bombing campaigns
Participated in joint operations with US forces
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