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Spitfires Reinforce Malta from HMS Furious in 1942
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Spitfires Reinforce Malta from HMS Furious in 1942

On 17 August 1942, fresh Spitfires flew from HMS Furious to Malta, strengthening the island’s air defence at a critical stage of the siege.

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On 17 August 1942, fresh Spitfires flew from HMS Furious to Malta, strengthening the island’s air defence at a critical stage of the siege.
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