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No. 617 Squadron RAF

No. 617 Squadron RAF, also known as the "Dambusters," is a distinguished British Royal Air Force unit established in 1943. Renowned for its innovative flying skills, the squadron gained fame during World War II for its daring raids on German dams using specially designed bouncing bombs. The squadron has a storied history of precision bombing and technological adaptation, continuing to serve with advanced aircraft and roles such as precision strikes and strategic reconnaissance. Its legacy is marked by innovation, bravery, and operational excellence within the RAF.