Statements (64)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:military_base
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:No._34_Squadron_RAAF
gptkb:No._46_Squadron_RAAF |
| gptkbp:active_years |
1942-1945
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| gptkbp:aircraft_operated |
gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:De_Havilland_Mosquito gptkb:noble_title gptkb:Gloster_Meteor gptkb:P-51_Mustang gptkb:Lockheed_Hudson gptkb:Bristol_Beaufighter gptkb:F-111_C gptkb:starship gptkb:CAC_Boomerang gptkb:star gptkb:F/_A-18_Hornet |
| gptkbp:awards |
Received multiple commendations.
Numerous aerial victories. Participated in air shows. |
| gptkbp:base |
gptkb:RAAF_Base_Williamtown
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| gptkbp:commander |
Wing Commander John Mc Cauley
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| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:Australia
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| gptkbp:disbandment_date |
1945-11-01
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| gptkbp:engagements |
gptkb:World_War_II
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| gptkbp:formation_date |
1942-03-01
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| gptkbp:headquarters |
gptkb:Victoria
gptkb:RAAF_Base_Laverton |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
First RAAF Squadron to operate Spitfires.
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
No. 71 Squadron RAAF
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| gptkbp:insignia |
Squadron Badge
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| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
Memorials dedicated to fallen members.
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| gptkbp:mission |
Air Superiority
Ground Attack |
| gptkbp:motto |
We Fly
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| gptkbp:nickname |
The Black Cats
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| gptkbp:notable_battle |
gptkb:Pacific_Theatre
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| gptkbp:notable_operations |
gptkb:New_Guinea_Campaign
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| gptkbp:operational_status |
gptkb:Inactive
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| gptkbp:role |
gptkb:battle
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| gptkbp:squadrons |
gptkb:No._1_Squadron_RAAF
gptkb:No._77_Squadron_RAAF gptkb:Black_Cat Engaged with local communities. Defensive and offensive operations. Faced numerous operational challenges. Led by experienced commanders. Recognized for bravery and service. Established in 1942, disbanded in 1945. Operational Squadron Trained pilots for combat. Maintains a strong legacy. Influenced future RAAF operations. Regularly holds reunions. Composed of skilled aviators. Utilized advanced aircraft for its time. Affiliated with other RAAF squadrons. Collaborated with international forces. Conducted various missions. Legacy continues in modern RAAF. Part of the RAAF's rich history. Pioneered tactics in air combat. Published history and accounts. Supported veterans and families. |