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Parachute and Cable

  • Bravery Rewarded - AC David G. Roberts and Kenley's Unusual Weapon

    Bravery Rewarded - AC David G. Roberts and Kenley's Unusual Weapon

    Aircraftman Roberts brought down a Dornier Do.17 using Kenley's Parachute and Cable system - the first time the weapon was used successfully.
  • Parachute and Cable? Schermuly Not

    Parachute and Cable? Schermuly Not

    How does a system, originally designed as a maritime rescue apparatus, end up on Fighter Command airfields in 1940?
  • RAF Kenley 1917-1939

    RAF Kenley 1917-1939

    In June 1917 an area of Coulsdon Common, part of which was in use as a golf course, was commandeered for ...
  • The 'Hardest Day' - Kenley's Defenders

    The 'Hardest Day' - Kenley's Defenders

    The Luftwaffe's attack on RAF Kenley, on 18th August, 1940, was a risky venture, depending on pin-point accuracy and timing. Here is how Fighter Command countered the raids.
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