No. 42 Squadron RAAF

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:military_base
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:military_base
gptkbp:active_years 1943-1946
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:North_American_P-51_Mustang
gptkb:Lockheed_P-38_Lightning
gptkb:starship
gptkbp:awards Participated in air shows
Numerous aerial victories
Awards received for service
gptkbp:base gptkb:RAAF_Base_Williamtown
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Wing_Commander_J._A._M._Mc_Donald
gptkb:Wing_Commander_H._A._H._Mc_Donald
gptkbp:conflict gptkb:World_War_II
gptkbp:country gptkb:Australia
gptkbp:disbanded 1946
gptkbp:exhibits Exhibits in aviation museums
gptkbp:formation_date 1943-04-01
gptkbp:headquarters gptkb:New_South_Wales
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label No. 42 Squadron RAAF
gptkbp:insignia gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:motto gptkb:Fortis_et_Fidelis
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:The_Flying_Kangaroos
gptkbp:operational_history Defended Australia during WWII
gptkbp:partnerships Active on social media platforms
gptkbp:reform 1950
gptkbp:role gptkb:battle
gptkbp:squadrons gptkb:Blue_and_White
gptkb:Pacific_Theatre
gptkb:battle
Partnerships with local communities
Pilot training programs
Commemorative events held annually
Involved in charity events
Merchandise available for fans
Legacy projects initiated
Partnerships with other air forces
Annual reunions held
Recognized for bravery
Memorabilia collected by enthusiasts
Alumni network established
Documentaries produced about the squadron
Memorials in Australia
A kangaroo in flight
Flying kangaroo tradition
History book published in 2000
Influenced future RAAF squadrons
Kangaroo silhouette
Official squadron website available
Part of the RAAF during WWII
Squadron newsletters published
Support from RAAF community
gptkbp:status inactive