June 20

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

June 20, 1942
L.G. 98

A Lockheed arrived at 0715 hrs and at 0800 hrs sharp it took-off with sixteen members of the Union party on board for SUMMAT in the Sudan where they will ferry aircraft to NAKURU, Kenya and from there will be flown to CAPE TOWN on their final lap for their aircraft. Lucky fellows!!
A real sand storm disturbed the camp this afternoon and in a few moments the whole place was enveloped in dust.

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June 20, 1943
Soliman

The squadron parade at GROMBALIA Landing Ground in honour of the visit of His Majesty the King.

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June 20, 1944
Biferno, Italy

Nil operations. A number of parcels arrived which were quickly distributed to the fortunate recipients.

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