May 2

What happened on this date across the years 1941–1945.

May 2, 1942
L.G. 98

Nothing of note to-day except for an early visit by Jerry on ALEXANDRIA this evening, resulting in a disturbed night for a number of people in the camp, what with air raid alarms and the noise of circling aircraft throughout a greater portion of the night.‍

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May 2, 1943
El Djem

No operational Flying, “Oprep” No. 283
Divine Service for all denominations held in the Sergeant’s Mess at 1715 hours.

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May 2, 1944
Biferno, Italy

Two operations took place to-day and excellent results were observed. The target for the first was an Explosive Factory N.W of SULMONA and a Stores Dump near Loreto for the second.
Sortie Reports Nos. 652 & 653.
The C.O. left for a few days well earned leave. Capt. MacRITCHIE, ex A.O. , paid the Unit a short visit.

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