Re: Sonderstaffel Schwilben, 10.5.40
On March 14, 1940, the intended 3./K.G.z.b.V.108 (under formation for Weserübung) was reformed as the Sonderstaffel Schwilden with the special mission to secure the bridges in Rotterdam on May 10, 1940. The Staffel was equipped with the He 59 aircraft. The Staffel was named after its commander, Hauptmann Schwilden.
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