"At this time we remember with affection and pride the Polish air and ground crew who fought so valiantly throughout the WAR of 1939-45. Their courage and gallantry became legendary. The Royal Air Force was honoured by their presence, inspired by their example and enlivened by their gaiety. We salute a brave band."
                                            Air Chief Marshal Sir John Grandy GCB, KBE, DSO.

Commanders:
15 Feb 1941 J. Frey ►11 Aug 1941 W. Wilczewski ►15 Nov 1941 A. Gabszewicz ►5 June 1942 J. Zurakowski ►29 Dec 1942 M. Trzebinski ►16 Sep 1943 P. Niemiec ►27 June 1944 B. Arct ►7 Sep 1944 Z. Drybanski ►6 July 1945 M. Cwynar ►11 Sep 1945 P. Niemiec
Locations:
15 Feb 1941 Pembrey ►18 June 1941 Colerne ►2 Aug 1941 Church Stanton ►13 Dec 1941 Northolt ►23 Apr 1942 Heston ►31 July 1942 Hutton Cranswick ►13 Mar 1943 Northolt ►22 Sep 1943 Acklington ►12 Feb 1944 Woodvale ►24 Apr 1944 Coltishall ►1 July 1944 West Malling ►11 July 1944 Friston ►27 Aug 1944 Coltishall ►24 Oct 1944 Andrews Field ►16 May 1945 Coltishall ►15 Aug 1945 Andrews Field ►5 Nov 1945 Wick ►10 Mar 1946 Hethel.
Aircraft:
Feb 1941 Hurricane MkI ►Aug 1941 Hurricane MkII ►Oct 1941 Spitfire MkV ►Mar 1942 Spitfire MkIX ►Sep 1943 Spitfire MkV ►Apr 1944 Mustang III.

        Above: The 316 Squadron badge.

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