The RAAF Base Camden at Camden Airfield was the home of 32 Squadron during the Second World War. The members of the squadron have developed a special relationship with the local community that has been marked by tragedy and celebrations.
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Memories of Cec Smith, bare feet and the adventures of flight in Camden
The memories of Cec Smith as a small boy in Camden vividly recall many events in the area. Flying pageants and parachuting practice at Macquarie Flying School along with other adventures were part of growing up in the area.
The Bicentenary of the 1815 visit by Governor Macquarie
Governor Macquarie made a second visit to the Cowpastures in 1815. It is 200 years since Governor Macquarie journeyed through the Cowpasture and 2015 is the bicentenary year visit to the local area. On Macquarie's 1815 journey to the Cowpasture he travelled with a group of colonial notables or gentlemen as he called them. Amongst those… Continue reading The Bicentenary of the 1815 visit by Governor Macquarie
Camden Airfield and Hut No 72
The last remaining hut at Camden Airfield from the Second World War is still standing. It is Hut No 72. It is located adjacent to the current carpark. Huts were built at the airfield for the arrival of the RAAF Central Flying School in 1940. Other flying schools were built at Bradfield Park in Sydney… Continue reading Camden Airfield and Hut No 72
Camden Airfield and the RAAF Central Flying School
Camden Airfield and the RAAF Central Flying School
