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The given text provides a concise summary of the role played by the RAF during the invasion of Normandy in World War II. It highlights the establishment of Advanced Landing Grounds (ALGs) near the front lines to maintain air superiority. The RAF's Servicing Commando Units (SCUs) and Airfield Construction Service (ACS) were responsible for building and maintaining these temporary airstrips. Despite challenges, they successfully built and operated around 75 airfields, contributing to the Allied victory. The text also mentions that it is a caption for a series of images related to the launch preparations of a project called "IX," but does not provide further information about the project or its significance. [Extracted from the article]