Pilot Officer Kenneth Le Roy Holder of No. 121 Eagle Squadron, RAF sits on the shoulders of Pilot Officer Donald W McLeod in order to reach the Stars and Stripes , 27 November 1941. Passed for publication 27 Nov 1941. Printed caption on reverse: 'The Second Eagle Squadron. E.M.MCN. This Squadron as the second of the three American Eagle Squadrons to be formed in this country as units of the R.A.F. Fighter Command. Since it was formed some three months ago the Squadron has flown many hours on important convoy protection patrols off the British coast; it has also taken part in offensive operations over the Channel and Northern France. Convoy protection is a vital part of Fighter Command's work and the Second Eagle Squadron is regularly and efficiently playing an important part in this. Squadron Leader R.A.F. Powell, DFC, who is 25, born in Penang, Straits Settlements, is their British C.O. FOX. 27th November, 1941. For First Publication In Morning Papers, Saturday 29th Nov. 1941. Photo Shows:- Members of the Second Eagle Squadron hoist the Stars and Stripes. Fox. 27.11.41. 266562.' On reverse: Air Adviser and US Army General Section Press & Censorship Bureau [Stamps].