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Unit: 340RS


Unit Title: Radar Station
Equipment Type: LW/AW Mk IA
Formation Order: AFCO B393/43
Disbandment Order: AFCO B521/45

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Notes:
  1. Unit lodged at 41 Wing
  2. Site was 150 yards from 152RS
  3. Temporary camp set up on beach for personnel
  4. PltOff L. Bell called upon to assist in navigating ships in area
  5. 346RS personnel sent to assist evacuation
  6. 347RS employed additional radar to move station but remain on air for maximum time possible
  7. Nine C 47s employed
  8. District Magistrate's House employed as Unit HQ, Mess & store

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