"Lynn in StLou" wrote in message
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The squadrons may have been removed for refitting as part of normal
rotation. Most likely working up for the invasion of Southern France.
They are not the only squadrons in the FAA. But remember that only one
source cites this and it could well be wrong.


It appears the carriers Tracker, Pursuer and Emperor were on U-boat patrol
about 300 miles west of Normandy during the landings.

http://www.history.navy.mil/library/...-7.htm#cn417-3