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Lancaster aircrew
Seven airmen in flying gear, including life jackets and parachute harnesses, standing next to a Lancaster on dispersal. The aircraft has the letter 'H' on the nose.
Station football team, RAF Tuddenham
Eleven men wearing football kit and one man in uniform standing and sitting outside.
Bomb dump personnel, RAF Tuddenham
Thirty nine men in uniform standing and sitting outside. Several of the men on the front row are corporals. Two men on the front row have dogs.
Aircrew and ground crew for Stirling K for King
Fourteen men in uniform standing and kneeling outside.
Robert Walter Beales' observer's and air gunner's flying log book. Two
Observer's and air gunner's flying log book of RW Beales, flight engineer. It covers the period from 1 January 1942 to 24 August 1942 and includes details and locations of his flying training and operations flown. Whilst in training he flew on two of…
Arthur Kenneth Wrigley's Observer's and Air Gunner's Flying Log Book
Observer's and air gunner's flying log book for Sergeant Kenneth Wrigley (1005381) covering 6 November 1940 to 18 September 1942 detailing training flights, air tests and operations. Aircraft flown in were Dominie, Whitley, Battle, Anson, Hampden,…
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…
Robert Francis’ Royal Air Force Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book
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Robert Francis’ Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book from 5th Octboer 1939 until 23rd May 1943. During this time he served as a wireless operator, air gunner and bomb aimer. Trained at No. 4 Air Observers School. Posted to 149 Squadron for…
William Richards's Royal Australian Air Force flying log book
Flying log book one for W E Richards, pilot, covering the period from 22 December 1942 to 21 May 1945. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at 2 Initial Training School RAAF Bradfield park, 7 Service…
William Richards's Royal Australian Air Force certificate of service and discharge as airman
Included personal information, next of kin, description, postings, promotions, character and trade proficiency.
Douglas’ manifold notebook
Personal notes including on a conference, civilian witness and injury reports, long range navigational aids, Squadron merges and moves, officer responsibilities, runway conditions and downgrading of files.
Douglas' notebook
Douglas records aircraft incidents including accidents, causes and fatalities with particular reference to the emergency landing ground at RAF Carnaby.Additional information on Sgt Jesse Cotton is available on the IBCC Losses Database.
William Baillie's service record
Service record for William Baillie from 17 March 1941 to 3 September 1946.
William Baillie's navigators, air bomber's and air gunner's flying log book. One
Navigator's air bomber's and air gunner's flying log book from 6 November 1943 to 30 November 1944. Details training as a wireless operator in Dominie, Anson, Wellington, Stirling and Lancaster aircraft. William served at No 4 Radio School, No 11…
Frank Pearson - certificate of service
Gives personal details. Years of service as aircrew and air traffic controller. Lists courses as air traffic controller. Gives description of duties, trades, special capabilities, decorations, character reference.
Air traffic control certificate of competency
Made out for Warrant Officer Pearson. List units served at and checks.
Charles Harry Brooks’ Royal Air Force Flying Log Book
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Charles Harry Brooks’ Royal Air Flying Log Book from 15th February 1941 until 20th December 1942. During this time trained as a wireless operator and air gunner.
Trained at No. 2 Electronic and Wireless School, No. 10 Air Observers School, 20…
Trained at No. 2 Electronic and Wireless School, No. 10 Air Observers School, 20…
Letter to George's father from M Halligan
From the officer looking after Georges personal effects at RAF Mildenhall. Expresses sympathy and explains the process for handling effects of those posted missing.
A Canadian experience
Recounts a family visit to Canada. Comments on host, visit to 442 Squadron and Canadian casualties and fellow prisoners of war. Goes on to recount other activities during visit. Finally mentions attending reunion of the Mildenhall Register.
Brief history of George Thomson's RAF career
Brief details covering, volunteering, reporting to aircrew reception centre, training, operations, shot down, prisoner of war
Letter from the air historical branch (RAF) to Mr R E Kendall
Reply to request for information about Flight Sergeant Harry Albert Beverton. Provides information on his last operation when he was killed and place of burial. Also provides information on burial of P/O Overend.
Facts are chiels ye canna ding
Notes that Bomber Command suffered heavier losses that Fighter Command in Battle of Britain. In addition one third of Bomber Command losses occurred in 1944 when 15 Squadron lost 42 aircraft, two hundred and forty-six aircrew died and eighteen became…
Lancaster print
Colour print of side view of Lancaster B Mk 1, NF958, 'LS-0M'. 15 Squadron RAF Mildenhall. Includes squadron badge and battle honours as well as squadron history.
Letter to George Thomson's father from Chaplain and RAF Mildenhall
Extends sympathy over George being reported missing.
Letter from Wing Commander Watkins to George Thomson's father
Explains that two parcels referred to in previous letter had been returned to Mr Thomson.