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Call-Sign ‘N For Nuts’ – Against Overwhelming Odds

Call-Sign ‘N For Nuts’ – Against Overwhelming Odds tells the remarkable story of the Sunderland flying boat ‘N for Nuts,’ focusing on the aircraft’s historical significance and the survival of its crew during WWII. As the title suggests, the narrative provides a detailed account of this flying boat’s place in history, adding context to the operations of No. 461 Squadron of the RAAF and the Short Sunderland.

While definitive histories of the squadron or the aircraft itself are scarce, George’s research offers readers answers to many of the questions they may have, shedding light on this often-overlooked piece of wartime history.

The Short Sunderland Flying Boat

The Short Sunderland, built by Short Brothers of Rochester, was a key piece of WWII aviation. Initially developed as a civilian airliner, it was adapted into a military flying boat following a British Air Ministry specification. The Sunderland’s design – a four-engine shoulder-wing monoplane – was groundbreaking at the time and proved invaluable for ocean reconnaissance and combating the U-boat threat.

Over 80 original photographs.

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