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And another RIP, Tadeusz Sawicz

Posted: 17 Nov 2017, 20:30
by Swanoir
Believed to be the last Polish pilot to have flown in the Battle of Britain. I can't imagine what it must have been like to have been a refugee from an invaded country, who then has a chance to literally fight back at the invaders. My weapon of choice would also be a Spitfire.
As with Joy Lofthouse yesterday, these brave people's passing can't be described as a loss to the world, as their lifetimes were a gain to humanity. And I for one will never forget.

Re: And another RIP, Tadeusz Sawicz

Posted: 18 Nov 2017, 03:14
by FlyTexas
Swanoir wrote:
17 Nov 2017, 20:30
Believed to be the last Polish pilot to have flown in the Battle of Britain. I can't imagine what it must have been like to have been a refugee from an invaded country, who then has a chance to literally fight back at the invaders.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXf1bhEEXd0
Rest in peace Tadeusz, and thank you for your service sir.

Brian

Re: And another RIP, Tadeusz Sawicz

Posted: 18 Nov 2017, 04:27
by Airspeed
I couldn't find you in my book of Polish fighter pilots, but thanks anyway, Mr Sawicz. RIP :(