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Old 24th Apr 2012, 12:15
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In order to receive said cash the American Government made it a condition that we buy the Hercules. That meant that we were unable to buy any more Belfasts as well.
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What was surprising was the speed at which the TSR2 jigs were to be destroyed after the F111 purchase.
Ah, that "special" relationship thing again!!!!

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