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LINCOLNSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM

Housed at the former RAF barracks for RAF Woodhall Spa, Thorpe Camp Visitor Centre is now devoted to preserving the site’s history. During the war, four squadrons flew out of Woodhall Spa, including Squadron 617 – better known as the Dambusters.

However, Thorpe Camp has expanded to include other aspects of Lincolnshire’s World War II history, including the home front. Visitors to the camp can see a mockup of the average WWII kitchen, as well as various items available at home. There is also an air cadets exhibit, detailing their history and role in the war. Alongside this, the visitor centre

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