Molly Gillon used sophisticated 360-degree radar technology and directed RAF Spitfire pilots towards Luftwaffe bombers heading to the UK.
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The RAF has joined the 103rd birthday celebrations for a Second World War radar operator who helped stricken airmen land safely back in the UK.
Molly Gillon signed up to the RAF following the death of her airman brother, Tom, who was shot down and killed in action when she was 18.
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