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Victor Tankers Arrive at Ascension for Falklands Operations
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1982

Victor Tankers Arrive at Ascension for Falklands Operations

RAF Victor K2 tankers reached Ascension in 1982, laying the air-refuelling foundation for Britain’s long-range operations in the Falklands campaign.

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RAF Victor K2 tankers reached Ascension in 1982, laying the air-refuelling foundation for Britain’s long-range operations in the Falklands campaign.
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