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Women and men drinking, street scenes, Cambridge church and a flood
Nine photographs from an album.
#1 is two men and two women drinking outside.
#2 is a street scene with a phone box.
#3 is three men sitting on a park bench.
#4 is a view of three blocks of houses.
#5 is the Church of our Lady and the English…
#1 is two men and two women drinking outside.
#2 is a street scene with a phone box.
#3 is three men sitting on a park bench.
#4 is a view of three blocks of houses.
#5 is the Church of our Lady and the English…
William North's 1945 diary
Contains addresses and notes about his travels around Great Britain his leave and operations he was sent on.
William Barfoot seated at Marshalls pilot training
William Barfoot, in Sidcot suit, is seated on a chair at Marshalls pilot training, Cambridge. He is carrying his flying helmet and goggles, wearing flying boots, gloves, and a scarf. Papers are in his knee pocket; buildings are in the…
William Barfoot at Marshalls pilot training
William Barfoot is standing in a Sidcot suit at Marshalls pilot training, Cambridge. He is in a field, wearing flying helmet and goggles, flying boots, gloves, and a scarf. Papers are in his knee pocket; buildings are in the background.
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William Barfoot at Marshalls pilot training
William Barfoot is standing in a Sidcot suit at Marshalls pilot training, Cambridge. He is in a field, wearing flying boots, gloves, and a scarf. Papers are in his knee pocket.
The description of this item is partially based on information…
The description of this item is partially based on information…
Trainee Ken Campbell
Two photographs of Ken, in uniform, with a trainee flash on his cap.
In the second image he is sitting on a bridge with the Bridge of Sighs behind.
On the reverse 'Cambridge April 1942 St John's College'.
In the second image he is sitting on a bridge with the Bridge of Sighs behind.
On the reverse 'Cambridge April 1942 St John's College'.
Three Trainee Airmen
Three men including Ken, sitting on a tree trunk. On the reverse 'Cambridge April 1942, Roth, Ken, Duke'.
Thirteen Airmen
13 airmen arranged in three rows. On the reverse 'Cambridge ITW Brian Wally rt standing'.
The Eulogy for Squadron Leader Anthony David Lambert
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A biography of Anthony David Lambert. He joined the RAFVR at age 19. He was shot down over the Baltic Sea and was able to swim ashore, where he was captured. He took part in the Long March. After the war he remained in the RAF.
The Burial of the Lancaster Crew, PB812
A note with some details of the Lancaster crew of PB812. It includes the names of six airmen including Jeff Downing.
Statement of Evidence in the case of Jones, W
Report on William Jones out of bounds without a pass. Captioned 'Black Mark Jones'.
Stan Shaw's Memoir notes
A page from Stan's memoirs starting with the airship R101, Cobham's Flying Circus, Air Training Corps, glimpses of his service activities, concluding with the 54 Maintenance Unit.
Sergeant Reginald Frederick (Roly) Roberts
Describes enlisting in the aircraft apprentice scheme, recruitment and training. He flew 23 operations, one as wireless operator/air gunner, 12 as navigator/bomb aimer and ten as pilot. Pilots were Squadron Leader Allen, Sergeant Stretton, Pilot…
Royal Air Force route card
Orders to Sgt Rosser to proceed to aircraft L8200 (Magister) and fly from Oxford to Cambridge and return. Gives met report, dangers on route and further instructions.
Repair & Salvage
A brief description of Stan's time at 54 Maintenance Unit.
Registered Letter Envelope
A registered letter envelop addressed to David Geach from RAF Witchford
Reg Wilson - Bomber Command and Notes of Some of My Experiences During 1941-1945
Reg summarises Bomber Command's role in the war then details his personal experiences from training days. He covers, in detail, the navigational techniques he used, and describes the operation he was on when he was shot down.
Planning Chart of South East England
A chart used for a navigational exercise over the south east of England. It is annotated 'R Curnock 3087 June 30th 1942'. A route crosses Cambridge, towards Norwich then south east to east of Clacton, South south west to the Thames then returns to…
Peter Hattersley's note book
A duplicate book with letters handwritten by Peter Hattersley to various people and organisations.
Obituary - Flight Lieutenant Fred Weston DFC
A obituary for Fred describing his life before, during and after his wartime service.
Notice - Aeroplane
A poster announcing an aeroplane will be on view in Cambridge.
Note addressed to David Geach
A compliments slip addressed to David Geach from his Commanding Officer
Norman Mackie service career
The document describes Norman's last school days and using various means to try to join the RAF, finally being accepted for pilot training, with service deferred until June 1940. It covers initial training at No 2 ITW Cambridge; continues with…
List of Crashed Stirlings
Six crashed Stirlings listed with the date, squadron, operation, location (where known), crew and fate.
Letter to Norman Mackie's father from RAF Wyton effects officer
Deals with issues concerning Norman Mackie's car which he had left at a garage in Cambridge.