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Lancaster crew at war
Memoirs of Eric Baldwin and Tom Gummersall of 467 Squadron RAAF RAF Waddington. Eric Baldwin recounts several of his experiences as a mid upper gunner including flying in the wrong direction due to compass problems, parts falling off his aircraft on…
Hand written memoir - Eric Baldwin
Recounts events that happen during his service career. Includes detailed account of first operation to Walcheren Island in daylight. Continues with account of engaging German fighters from mid upper turret on operation to Essen. Follows account of…
Command routine orders
A communication to the men and women of Bomber Command from Air Chief Marshall A T Harris in which he summarises the impact of Bomber Command. References the disruption of enemy communications, industrial output and submarine training; striking…
5 Group training staff
Eleven aircrew officers wearing tunics with brevet sitting and standing in two rows. Standing behind are four members of the women's auxiliary air force. In the background an ivy covered wall and a doorway. Captioned 'Training Staff HQ No 5 Group RAF…
The letters of Eric Lloyd during World War Two
Document with copies of all his letters to his family. Starts with six letters while he was training in New Zealand. Gives very details description of activities and colleagues. Includes period of illness and hospitalization. Follows two letters…
Concentration Camp Survivors at Stalag 3A name 30 German war criminals
A detailed description of atrocities committed by the Germans.
9 Squadron handwritten Operation Record Book. Four
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This is a handwritten record of the operations of 9 Squadron from 22nd November 1944 to 9th June 1945. For each operation it includes many details of the target, routes, bomb load, a description of results, and if any did not return. Inserted is the…
Memorial books transfer to Airmen's chapel
A newspaper cutting recording the transfer of the memorial books of 1 and 5 Group to the Airmen's chapel at Lincoln Cathedral.
Notes of Interview with William Parry, 9 Squadron Ground Crew
A biography of Bill covering his RAF years.
Message from Iga with thanks
Thanking John for the parcel he sent and apologising for her poor English.
Letter from Iga asking why John was sad
To John thanking him for his letter and saying a letter will be ready the next day at 10 o'clock and asking why John was sad.
Letter from Iga about her move
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To John thanking him for his letter and telling him she is moving to a new camp the next day.
A letter from Iga and John's reply
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Iga writes that her health is improving, she is working in the hospital and wishes John a happy Christmas. John replies that he is glad she is feeling better and wishes her a happy new year.
Letter from Iga with apologies
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Iga is sorry that she was unable to meet John due to sickness.
Letter to Mrs Hunt
A letter written in French, with accompanying English translation sent to Mrs Hunt. The French letter was written by an Auguste Bally, an Adjudant in the Gendarmerie. The letter is sent as a reply to Mrs Hunt, thanking Bally for information on her…
Caterpillar Club
A letter enclosing John's presentation gilt caterpillar with apologies that gold pins are no longer presented.
How to make £2,000
A review of the variety show 'Spotlight on Flannel' which toured and collected funds for Wings for Victory and RAF Benevolent Fund. The cast included Leading Aircraft Woman Diana Male, Flight Lieutenant Gottlieb, Flight Sergeant Jimmy Cummings and…
Spotlight on Variety
Programme of a revue arranged and produced by Henry Howard and Wallie Okin.
Imperial War Graves Commission letter
Letter written to the next of kin asking for information regarding the deceased and giving them an opportunity to provide a personal inscription.
John Holden
Four formal portraits, head and shoulders of John, three as a sergeant one after his commission, one coloured. The reverse of one has a series of names and addresses.
Letter to Mrs Muir from Air Ministry
Requesting that she confirms that no news of Reg has been received before he is confirmed as having died.
Air Ministry letter to Mrs Muir
Following the report that Reg is missing, advising that of the seven casualties of the crash, three have been identified as Sergeant Hannel, Sergeant Johnson and Sergeant Barrett, three are unidentified and one is unaccounted for.
Communication with Prisoners of War Interned Abroad
Form P2280E issued to family of prisoners of war. Rules and advice on how to communicate with prisoners of wars.
Lettercard from Les Pickford to his mother
He repeats his request for family photographs and cigarettes.
Letter from Les Pickford to his mother
He asks for silk for embroidery work. He asks again for cigarettes.