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Valiant Flies Direct from Maine to RAF Marham in 1956
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Valiant Flies Direct from Maine to RAF Marham in 1956

On 2 September 1956, a Vickers Valiant flew direct from Maine to RAF Marham, proving the range and credibility expected of Britain’s V-bomber force.

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On 2 September 1956, a Vickers Valiant flew direct from Maine to RAF Marham, proving the range and credibility expected of Britain’s V-bomber force.
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