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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:military_unit
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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7
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:No._86_Squadron_RCAF
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gptkbp:active_years
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1942-1945
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gptkbp:aircraft_operated
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gptkb:Hawker_Hurricane
gptkb:North_American_P-51_Mustang
gptkb:starship
approximately 30
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gptkbp:awards
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gptkb:Air_Force_Cross
gptkb:Distinguished_Flying_Cross
gptkb:Canadian_Forces_Decoration
gptkb:Mentioned_in_Dispatches
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gptkbp:base
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gptkb:RCAF_Station_North_Battleford
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gptkbp:commander
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gptkb:Wing_Commander_J._A._Mc_Cauley
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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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1945-08-01
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gptkbp:formation_date
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1942-01-01
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gptkbp:headquarters
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gptkb:North_Battleford,_Saskatchewan
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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recognized for its operational effectiveness
conducted reconnaissance missions
provided air cover for ground troops
served as a model for future squadrons
participated in the Battle of Britain
assisted in the development of air tactics
contributed to the defense of Canada
engaged in air patrols over Canada
influenced future RCAF squadron formations
involved in post-war air defense planning
participated in training exercises with the RAF
supported Allied operations in Europe
trained pilots for the RCAF
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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No. 123 Squadron RCAF
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gptkbp:insignia
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Squadron badge
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gptkbp:mission
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air superiority
ground attack
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gptkbp:motto
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gptkb:In_Omnia_Paratus
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gptkbp:nickname
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gptkb:The_Flying_Tigers
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gptkbp:notable_person
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gptkb:Squadron_Leader_H._A._Smith
gptkb:Flight_Lieutenant_R._A._Mc_Donald
gptkb:Pilot_Officer_J._A._Mc_Cauley
gptkb:Wing_Commander_R._A._Mc_Donald
Flight Lieutenant J. D. Mc Kenzie
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gptkbp:part_of
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gptkb:Royal_Canadian_Air_Force
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gptkbp:role
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gptkb:battle
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gptkbp:successor
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No. 123 Composite Squadron RCAF
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