RAAF 461 Squadron – Courage & Coincidence

We read many stories of wartime exploits which highlight amazing bravery and daring in the face of near overwhelming odds. But there are times when unbelievable coincidences also occur.

Our story begins in 1942, in the dark days of World War 2. The Battle of Britain had been won but the war was far from over. A group of Australian airmen had been sent to England in March, to form RAAF 461 Squadron and fly Catalina Flying Boats.