Canadian Heroes by Stan Stokes. (C) REG250 during the desperate days of

during the desperate days of 1945

In a scene that was repeated almost daily throughout the long war years

Size 36 inches x 18 inches (91cm x 46cm)

One of Albions Westland Wessex helicopters is passing overhead and RFA Stromness is at anchor in the distance

Canadian Heroes by Stan Stokes. (C) REG250 during the desperate days ofSTK0113C. Canadian Heroes by Stan Stokes. James Edgar (Johnnie) Johnson was the Royal Air Forces top fighter ace in Europe with 38 confirmed victories during the War. Johnson was called up in 1939 following his training with the RAF Volunteer Reserve. Having been hospitalized for much of the Battle of Britain, Johnsons first serious action was in mid 1941 when he often flew with Douglas Baders section. Johnson was promoted quickly and was awarded the