June 24

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

June 24, 1942
L.G. 98

Fifty six of the Union party were off at a moments notice to SUEZ via CAIRO, proceeding by sea to CAPE TOWN to assist in ferrying the squadron aircraft to the Middle East. Never was a parade assembled in so short a time, complete to the last man and baggage!! The squadron concert party proceeded to CAIRO to broadcast again to the Middle East. The boys have become a really polished set of performers and the performance, which was excellent went off without a hitch.

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June 24, 1943
Soliman

Official intimation received that we are now under 205 Group for Administrative matters. Lt. COHEN (Q Stores) left for CASTEL BENITO. He has been posted R.T.U. after 26 months service in the Western Desert.

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June 24, 1944
Biferno, Italy

No operations to-day. “A” Party left CAMPOMARINA for PESCARA.

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