06.08.2009, 04:37
OK M8, only in Gabon and only in early November 1940, with no death on either side? That is not so significant, but it is interesting, especially to note that before bombing an airfield, the FAFL pilot circled around the target to allow the Vichy soldiers to run to shelters. Thanks for the link and the interesting information, I did not know about these events in Gabon.
I also read that in 1941 Free French pilots from EFC No 1 - led by James DENIS - refused to go to Syria because they knew well all the Vichy pilots there, who were their comrades.
And I even read that although defections from the Vichy air force to the FAFL are far more famous, the reverse also occurred: one FAFL Blenheim crew defected from the FAFL to the Vichy air force because they would not bomb their comrades... I believe it was also in Syria/Lebanon if my memory is correct.
I also read that in 1941 Free French pilots from EFC No 1 - led by James DENIS - refused to go to Syria because they knew well all the Vichy pilots there, who were their comrades.
And I even read that although defections from the Vichy air force to the FAFL are far more famous, the reverse also occurred: one FAFL Blenheim crew defected from the FAFL to the Vichy air force because they would not bomb their comrades... I believe it was also in Syria/Lebanon if my memory is correct.