28th Canadian Squadron

The 28th Canadian Squadron was a unit of the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II, primarily responsible for protecting Allied shipping routes in the Atlantic Ocean. Equipped with long-range aircraft like the Consolidated Canso (Catalina), it played a crucial role in anti-submarine warfare, hunting German U-boats and ensuring the safe passage of supplies and troops. Based in Canada and the Atlantic, the squadron contributed significantly to the Battle of the Atlantic, helping to weaken German naval efforts and secure vital maritime communications. Its work was vital to maintaining Allied logistics and overall war strategy.