RCAF Station Victoria Beach
General Information
Base / Station: Victoria Beach
Province: Manitoba
Period(s) of Use: 192?-1925
Units: The station at Victoria Beach was created in 192? as a primary seasonal operating base for forestry and aerial mapping patrols in northern Manitoba. The base had a short life as these operations were moved to Lac du Bonnet in 1926. The Station had 2 forward operating bases, one at Norway House, Manitoba and the other at Cormorant Lake (The Pas), Manitoba.
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Financial Impact: Unknown
Station Magazine/Newspaper:
Date / Reason for closure: The station was relocated due to the location lacking shelter from inclement weather.
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- Runways:
Current Status: The are few traces left of the former station.
Married Quarters: N/A
Location – Google Map
Approximate location
For More information – External Links
- MilitaryBruce.com – Canadian Military History by Bruce Forsyth
- Manitoba Historical Society