On this day in 1942 Swordfish of 825 Naval Air Squadron scrambled to intercept the core of the German Fleet sailing through Dover Strait - known to history as the 'Channel Dash'. Watch this excellent short movie put together by historian/TV presenter Dan Snow and the photographic team at RNAS Yeovilton (825's present-day home) describing the self-sacrifice of the Swordfish crew who tried to attack the formidable enemy force. To learn more about the events of February 11-13 1942, read our special
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#OTD in 1942, 30 Japanese dive bombers attacked USS Enterprise (CV-6) during the Battle of the Eastern Solomons, scoring 3 direct hits and 4 near misses. The Enterprise suffered severe damage and the loss of 74 sailors, but swift and effective damage control saved the carrier. | U.S. Naval Institute
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27K views · 627 reactions | #OTD in 1942, sixteen B-25B Mitchell bombers led by Lt. Col. Jimmy Doolittle launched from USS Hornet to attack Tokyo. Though the daring raid did little damage, it boosted U.S. morale while causing panic in Japan. It was also a significant achievement in joint Army-Navy operations. | U.S. Naval Institute | Facebook
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36K views · 169 reactions | HRH The Duke of Edinburgh joined the Britannia Royal Naval College in 1939, which saw the start of a distinguished naval career, and later becoming consort to Her Majesty The Queen. Prince Philip passed out of Dartmouth having achieved top cadet and soon after went on to serve in the Royal Navy during World War 2.  Hear how the story began: | Ministry of Defence | Facebook
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We remember D-Day 75 years on, and HMS Defender has shown her power at sea. Welcome to your 60 second update from across the Naval Service. 🔗 https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/twosix | Royal Navy
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