Westland Wessex - Sweat Shirt Shackleton particularly in the Pacific War

particularly in the Pacific War

As a flying boat and amphibious aircraft

Bomber Command used the Wellington for night raids before the Lancaster and Stirlings took on the role and the Wellington went on to anti-submarine duties

In 1912 the factory moved from Barking to Cricklewood Aerodrome

He was shot down in 1942 and was taken prisoner

Westland Wessex - Sweat Shirt Shackleton particularly in the Pacific WarWestland Wessex HAS. 3 To mark 40 years since the end of hostilities in the Falkland Islands this collection depicts 16 aircraft that took part in Operation Corporate. Many types were involved, from logistical tasks to ground attack. The Westland Wessex roles during the conflict included anti submarine and insertion of special forces.