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Electrical and radio notes for wireless operators
Covers: the electronic structure of matter, cells and batteries, the effects of current, the electric motor, electromagnetic induction, electrostatics, alternating currents, thermionic valve, simple transmitter, detection, amplification, master…
John Leslie North RAF Personnel documents
Includes personal details. Enlistment and release, promotions, mustering (as air gunner/wireless operator) and postings.
J L G North clearance and service and release certificate.
For Warrant Officer J L G North with personal details and statement of special aptitude and qualities.
Charles Woolford's National Service Grade Card
National Service Grade Card recording that Charles Woolford was medically examined on 13 May 1941 and placed in grade three. His age, height and colour of eyes and hair are recorded on the reverse of the card.
Identification form for Hawkins, GF
An official form for identifying Hawkins, GF as a repatriated member of the Royal Air Force. It is from the M. I. 9 Interrogating Officer of the London District Assembly Area and is addressed to department A.I.1(a)P/W at the Air Ministry and to the…
Michaels Woods' Service and Release Book
Service and Release Book (RAF Form 2520) issued to Leading Aircraftman Michael Woods (1875269) covering his service from 2 April 1943 to 13 March 1947.
Michael Woods' Royal Air Force Pass Book, Form 295A
Royal Air Force pass book issued to Michael Woods, valid during the year 1946 up to the last day of June. Annotated in red ink on the front cover 'with permission to wear plain clothes'.
A Guide for Airmen on joining the RAF
Air Ministry pamphlet 130 providing information for new recruits.
Michael Woods' Enlistment Notice
A notice to report to number two recruitment centre, Cardington.
Service record of A Sharples
Typed service record of A Sharples 1941-08-23 to 1946-05-31.
Aircraft incident report
Aircraft incident report concerning loss of Lancaster bomber. Aircraft exploded after fire caused by another aircraft. Details reported by navigator, who was the only survivor. RJ Beckett was mid-upper gunner.
Note on use of dead reckoning compass (DRC)
To be inserted in pilot's handbook. Gives instruction on the use of DRC.
Details of operational use of FIDO at RAF Gravely
Gives times of operation of FIDO. Gives details of aircraft landed - including three Mosquitos who had difficulty owing to fog. Gives details of six 35 Squadron Lancaster airborne from Graveley, notes S crashed after take off. Gives further details…
Fatal accident report - Lancaster crash
Accident form made out for Pilot Officer Arthur T Thomas Kenyon and crew of Lancaster PB366, of 35 Squadron that crashed after take-off in fog conditions. Was departing on operational sortie. All seven crew were casualties. Form contains full data…
Kenneth Harris's personal details and record of rank and trade
Two printed pages with page numbers 2 and 3. Kenneth Harris's personal details have been handwritten on page 2. Details of his rank and RAF trade have been handwritten on page 3.
Kenneth Harris's father's British Army Small Book
British Army Small Book for Ephraim Harris (father of Kenneth) with handwritten entries of Ephraim's personal details, description and next of kin. The booklet contains printed information considered to be useful during a soldier's service.
JR Williams Brief Statement of Service and certificate of discharge
RAF Form 1394 issued to James Williams.
Sydney Fox RAF personnel documents
Shows date of presumed death, stamped non-effective. Includes personal information, next of kin, list of postings and trade training.
Permission slip
Permission for Flying Officer V Douglas Knox to be absent from his quarters.
Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve enlistment
A document issued to Douglas Knox advising him that his calling up is postponed.
Conditions of entry and service
Notes and information for members of aircraft crews including pay, allowances and accommodation on selection for training.
Transit camp
Tokens for the officer's mess.
Notice paper
Notice to V Douglas Knox on his offering to join the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve.
Hughes Tables for navigation
Proforma for use with Hughes tables.