Sunday, 23 May 1943

21 Squadron War Diary

El Djem
The Squadron beat the American Engineers in a soft-ball match this afternoon. R.C. and Free Church Service held. The C.O., Adjutant and a few other officers attended a farewell party given at Wing for Lt.Col. TINDALL, who has been posted R.T.U.‍

Transcriber's Notes

C.O
Commanding Officer.
Lt. Col
Lieutenant Colonel.
R.T.U
Returned to Union (South Africa).

Historical Context &

Victory Flight (May 20th):

Post-Victory Downsizing (R.T.U.):

Strategic Reorganization (T.B.F.):

Softball Diplomacy:

On May 23rd, the squadron played a "soft-ball match" against American Engineers. This interaction with US troops highlights the growing American presence in the theater. The South Africans won, continuing their sporting streak.

Typographical Errors:

AIR 27/268 · The National Archives