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Old 13th September 2004 | 15:56
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MLS-12D
 
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where a group of people, dressed in the appropriate 1940 RAF uniforms, were sitting.
I am not offended by people playing dress-up, and if it gives them pleasure, fine; but personally I can't relate to such 're-enactment' enthusiasts. As far as I can make out, essentially none of them have genuine military backgrounds, and none are capable of operating service aircraft; so their hobby seems to consist of wearing uniforms, ranks, decorations, etc., to which they are not entitled, and having their photos taken in airplanes that they know nothing about.

I don't know any re-enactors, and the above assessment may be unfair; if so, I apologize in advance. Still, I can't help but think that if these people are really interested in the military and/or aviation, they would be much better off joining the RAuxAF or pursuing pilots' licenses.
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