What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: To commemorate the 133,516 aircrew cadets who were stationed at Heaton Park during World War II en route overseas for flying training. Recorded plaque organisation: Manchester City Council.
This plaque honors the thousands of aircrew cadets trained at Heaton Park during World War II, recognizing their crucial role in providing pilots and crew essential to Allied air operations.
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