Crumlin, Co. Antrim during the Second World War

During the Second World War, the town of Crumlin, Co. Antrim was central to several airfields in use by the Royal Air Force and the American Military.

Crumlin

Co. Antrim

Northern Ireland

Victory over Japan: V.J. Day celebrations in Crumlin, Co. Antrim

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15th August 2019

V.J. Day or Victory over Japan Day celebrations began early in Crumlin, Co. Down with locals singing and cheering in the streets of the town.

Places of Interest

The following places will be of interest to anyone wishing to explore more of the area's Second World War heritage.

Map showing Aldergrove Airfield, Crumlin, Co. Antrim

Aldergrove Airfield, Crumlin, Co. Antrim

Airport Road, Crumlin, Co. Antrim

Between 1918 and 2009, R.A.F. Aldergrove operated from where Belfast Internation Airport now stands. It was a busy airfield during the Second World War.

Map showing Langford Lodge Airfield, Crumlin, Co. Antrim

Langford Lodge Airfield, Crumlin, Co. Antrim

97 Largy Road, Crumlin, Co. Antrim

Langford Lodge lies near Crumlin, Co. Antrim. It is a former Second World War airfield used by both the R.A.F. and American Military based in Ulster.