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Arthur Mace's poems
An exercise book containing poems written by Arthur including various topics.
Flight Sergeant Ronald Arthur 'Tom' Gorton
A summary of Tom's early life, marriage and service career. Includes a description of his aircraft being shot down over Wetten, with photographs of his caterpillar badge and postcard to his wife confirming he was a prisoner of war and his…
A poor aviator lay dying
Humorous seven verse poem/song asking comrades to remove parts from his body and assemble the engine again.
Extracts from Geoff's letters
Several extracts of letters sent from June to September 1942. Tells he was now a prisoner of war, describes camp, accommodation, food, activities, mail, reading, sport, compatriots and his feelings.
Letter to Geoffrey Shepherd from the Air Ministry
Approval for his application to resign his commission in the training branch of the Royal Air Force volunteer reserve. Reminds him of the the provisions of the official secrets act concerning disclosure of any military matter or information. Includes…
Letter to Geoffrey Shepherd from the Air Ministry
Informs him that he would be appointed to a commission in the training branch of the Royal Air Force volunteer reserve for service in the air training corps. Encloses relevant documents.
The Loss of Halifax DT524
A copy of records held by the RAF on the loss of Arthur's Halifax.
Newspaper cutting - separated when Nazi hordes invade Poland, they have joyful reunion here
Recounts how Sergeant Janek Radonski and Sergeant Ludwik Gutnajer met in Canada as members of the free Polish Air Force. Subsequently the got leave to attend a piano recital given by a friend Witold Malcuzynski in St Johns. Continues with account of…
Instructions for leave pass
Instructions to the holder. Covers rules for leave of servicemen.
Personal Effects of Ken Campbell
A typewritten list of Ken's personal effects.
Duncan Frank Hyland-Smith
Inmoving the appointment of Wing Commander Duncan Frank Hyland-Smith DFC, AFC as senior pilot and officer commanding Queen's flight.
Poem
Poem describing the process of getting older. Includes a photograph of Hubert standing in the back garden, row of houses in the background.
Holten in Oorlogstjd (1984) - Holten in Wartime (William Edward Parry)
A detailed account of the night's events leading to the shooting down of a Lancaster over the Netherlands.
Letter to John Taplin's Mother from Educational Supply Association Ltd
The letter expresses pleasure at the news that John will be soon home.
Letter to John Taplin's Father from RAF Central Depository
The letter acknowledges John's father's request for his personal effects.
Letter to John Taplin's Parents from 408 Squadron
The letter advises that John's effects have been forwarded to the Central Depsoitory.
Letter to John Taplin's Parents from Educational Supply Association Ltd
The letter, from John's former employers, expresses sympathy that John is missing.
Missing
A cutting reporting John Taplin is missing.
Evacuation preparation
A letter sent from the West Bromwich Education Committee, signed by L.G. Rose, Evacuation Officer. The letter provides a list on what is necessary to prepare for when an evacuation is ordered, including what to pack.
Going on Leave
A booklet providing information on resettlement of ex prisoners of war.
Presumed killed
Cutting reports that Sgt Fred Roberts of Mardy reported missing on 5 January 1943 was now presumed killed.
Flying Officer FE Claydon
A brief biography of Frank's work with Barnet council.
News of Former Members - Frank Claydon
The article gives a brief resume of Frank's life. He worked as a councillor for Barnet but joined up despite his commitment to pacifism.
Letter to Frank Claydon's Wife from Air Ministry
The letter advises that due to the time Frank has been reported missing then he is presumed dead.
Letter to Mr S Cass from Frank Claydon's Widow
This is a copy of a letter written to S Cass about Private Chattels' Insurance.