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Old 29th Dec 2005, 10:13
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Debach Airfield - Suffolk

Hello,

Bit of a story behind this question, but I'll cut to the chase first and then if you're interested, please read the story.

THE QUESTION: Does anyone have any pictures of the airfield being built, or in use during the 2nd World War? I'd be very grateful to receive them. Thanks.

THE STORY: My father was unfit for national service, but helped build and maintain the airfield (+others in the area). He has kept us amused for years with tales, which increase in their richness with each telling. Last week whilst in Suffolk, I paid the place a visit as a bit of a homage, and to my surprise I found the Control Tower, and some of the buildings being restored.
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Theres a few pictures in Roger Freemans Airfields of the Eighth published by Janes IIRC
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Re: Debach Airfield - Suffolk

Thanks for the info, I'll look it up.
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Loads of shots, both current and 44-45 ish.

Just google with Debach and specify images, ditto with altavista

Especially the "Control Towers" site.

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Hi Cricket23

U.S.A.A.F. Station Debach
Postal Address: U.S.A.A.F. Station 356
A.P.O. 637 U. S. Army
Telephone Number: Woodbridge 235/236

R.A.F. Detachment Debach
Postal Address: Woodbridge, Suffolk
Telephone Number: Woodbridge 235/236
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Originally Posted by ImageGear
Especially the "Control Towers" site.
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http://www.controltowers.co.uk/Site%20Map.htm
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IIRC, the Airfields of the Eighth mentioned earlier is published by After the Battle Publications, not Janes.
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