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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
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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:Supermarine_Spitfire
gptkb:F-35_Lightning_II
gptkb:De_Havilland_Mosquito
gptkb:Gloster_Meteor
gptkb:Boeing_B-17_Flying_Fortress
gptkb:P-51_Mustang
gptkb:Lockheed_Hudson
gptkb:Bristol_Beaufighter
gptkb:F-111_C
gptkb:Avro_Lancaster
gptkb:CAC_Boomerang
gptkb:F/_A-18_Hornet
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gptkbp:awards
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Received multiple commendations.
Numerous aerial victories.
Participated in air shows.
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gptkbp:base
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gptkb:RAAF_Base_Williamtown
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gptkbp:combat_experience
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gptkb:Pacific_Theatre
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gptkbp:country
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gptkb:Australia
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gptkbp:disbandment_date
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1945-11-01
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gptkbp:engagements
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gptkb:World_War_II
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gptkbp:formation_date
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1942-03-01
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gptkbp:headquarters
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gptkb:Victoria
gptkb:RAAF_Base_Laverton
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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First RAAF Squadron to operate Spitfires.
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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No. 71 Squadron RAAF
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gptkbp:insignia
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Squadron Badge
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gptkbp:memorials
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Memorials dedicated to fallen members.
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gptkbp:motto
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We Fly
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gptkbp:nickname
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The Black Cats
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gptkbp:notable_commanders
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Wing Commander John Mc Cauley
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gptkbp:notable_operations
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gptkb:New_Guinea_Campaign
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gptkbp:operational_status
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gptkb:Inactive
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gptkbp:primary_mission
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Air Superiority
Ground Attack
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gptkbp:role
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gptkb:fighter_aircraft
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gptkbp:squadron_affiliations
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Affiliated with other RAAF squadrons.
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gptkbp:squadron_history
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gptkb:No._1_Squadron_RAAF
Established in 1942, disbanded in 1945.
Maintains a strong legacy.
Influenced future RAAF operations.
Part of the RAAF's rich history.
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gptkbp:squadrons
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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.
Operational Squadron
Trained pilots for combat.
Regularly holds reunions.
Composed of skilled aviators.
Utilized advanced aircraft for its time.
Collaborated with international forces.
Conducted various missions.
Legacy continues in modern RAAF.
Pioneered tactics in air combat.
Published history and accounts.
Supported veterans and families.
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:No._34_Squadron_RAAF
gptkb:No._46_Squadron_RAAF
gptkb:81_Wing
gptkb:82_Wing
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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5
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