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Last Updated: Saturday, 19 March, 2005, 14:13 GMT
Aircraft museum's 60th birthday
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Spitfires and Hurricanes were used in the Battle of Britain
The 60th anniversary of the Kent-based Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum was being celebrated on Saturday.

The museum, at Manston near Ramsgate, is a tribute to the people who fought in the Battle of Britain.

It houses restored Spitfire and Hurricane aircraft, as well as other memorabilia and exhibits including a memorial tapestry.

The anniversary celebrations included a band display and parade by air cadets from Margate.




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