The Weird Little Plane At The Heart of RAF Air-Sea-Rescue in WW2
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Published3 months ago
Duration59:18
Video IDuTLqjSbv9Bg
Languageen
CategoryScience & Technology
PrivacyPublic
Made for KidsNo
Video TypeRegular Video
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Views37K
Likes3K
Comments331
Engagement Rate9.04%
Likes per 100 views8.14
Comments per 1K views8.94
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Description
In today's video we take a deep dive into the development and history of the Supermarine Walrus. This odd little aircraft performed a vital role within the RAF during the Second World War: air-sea-rescue.
Research & Writing by Alex Bakarozos and Christoper 'Rex' Emerson.
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3. British Air Ministry (1942). "The Walrus I & II Aircraft (Amphibian)".
4. A.W Hall, Sturtivant.R (2003). "Supermarine Walrus - Warpaint Series No.39". Warpaint Books Ltd.
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6. London.P (2003). "British Flying Boats". Sutton Publishing.