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Old 3rd January 2006, 18:31
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Re: Petsamo and kirkenes raids 30/7/1941

Hello again Alex

According to Admiral Polarküste:
Major attack on Kirkenes with 30 - 40 aircraft then secondary attack on Petsamo. Mainly english aircraft (hurricane and swordfish). In Kirkenes no german vessel sunk, only minor damage. In Petsamo one norwegian vessel (Rodvaer) sunk.
31 aircraft shoot down. 25 by fighters, rest by Flak
17 aircrew saved. Orders from HMS Victorius was found on aircrew
Aircrew confirmed start from carrier


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