Air Offensive31 October 1956
Directs air operations aimed at neutralising Egyptian airfields
Historical person
Denis Barnett Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Denis Barnett, based on 8 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.
8 records1956–19568 events5 places
Chronological biography
1956
Egyptian Airfields Suppression Campaign31 October 1956
Barnett directs the opening air campaign intended to destroy Egyptian air power before the landings.
RAF Bomber Offensive Opens from Malta and Cyprus31 October 1956
Barnett directs the RAF bomber offensive launched from Malta and Cyprus against Egyptian military airfields.
Valiant Bombers Committed to Combat31 October 1956
Barnett's air command commits Valiant bombers to operational attacks during their only use in combat.
Canberra Bomber Force Sustains Air OffensiveNovember 1956
Barnett employs Canberra squadrons from Malta and Cyprus throughout the six-day air offensive.
Operation MusketeerNovember 1956
Commands air forces assigned to Operation Musketeer
Air Offensive Supports Port Said Assault5 November 1956
Barnett's air forces support the airborne and amphibious phases after attacks have reduced Egyptian air opposition.
Air Support Continues over Canal Zone6 November 1956
Barnett keeps air support available as ground forces advance along the northern canal zone.
Titles and roles
Air Marshal · Air Marshal · Air Task Force Commander
Record provenance
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