Corunna Downs

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The secret WWII RAAF Base in NW of Western Australia. • • Operating between 1943 and 1945, it came into being as a result of the (then perceived) threat of Japanese invasion. A base was needed away from the coast, out of range of enemy bombers, where the fight could be carried on. • It was a hugely guarded secret at the time, and the Japanese were never able to locate this place, where B24 Liberators flew operational missions to bomb targets in Java and Borneo. • At its height there were some 300 personnel based here, belonging to a number of units. • No. 73 Operational Base Unit was responsible for all administrative and support functions as well as maintenance of the infrastructure. Other units lodged there were: • 25 Squadron (RAAF) flying B24 Liberators • 380 Bombardment Group (USAAC) flying B24 Liberators • 325 Radar Station (RAAF) • No 4 Medical Receiving Station • No 2 Air Ambulance Unit • No 7 Communications Unit • With security, AA Defences and transport supplied by the Australian Army • It was officially closed on 14 Jan 1946. • • Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free... • https://www.hooksounds.com Music by HookSounds

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