The "Trondheimsfjord Skua" raised from the depths, following a complex recovery operation.  The wreck was poised on an underwater cliff at a depth of over 200 metres, with the possibility of tipping into a further depth of an additional 200 metres (that's fjords for you).  It is hoped that it will be possible to recover further lost parts, and to achieve a substantial reconstruction of the Skua, finance permitting.  This may involve the incorporation of fragmentary remains from other Skua wrecks, including some parts already recovered and preserved.  No Blackburn Skua is known to survive intact.  Best regards, JR.

Trondheimsfjord Blackburn Skua raised.

Issued in 1942, to Airman Michał Barteczko from the Division 301.

Bravery on battlefield Cross (Polish)

This is an interesting photo of Waffen-ss gear and uniform shot with modern photo-technique. It shows a Sergeant (Unterscharführer) of Panzergrenadier-troops. He's wearing the so-called &quot;Stoßtruppausrüstung&quot; (raiding-patrol-outfit) incl. peadot battle-suit, StG44, Stielhandgranaten 24(potatomashers) and short boots with gaiters.