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Letter from John Hopgood to his parents
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Headed 'summer term 1939 Marlborough School. Writes of activities now allowed at school including sports, cycling, wear soft collars on Sundays. Ask their intension for prize weekend and ask them to bring a bottle of jam. Goes on to describe more…
John (Jack) Clyde's Observer's and Air Gunner's Flying Log Book
J Clyde’s RAF Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book from 26 August 1942 to 23 August 1945, detailing training, operations, instructional and other duties as a Wireless Operator/Air Gunner.
He was stationed at RAF Yatesbury (No. 2 Signals…
He was stationed at RAF Yatesbury (No. 2 Signals…
Tommy Fairclough's flying log book for observers and air gunners. Two
Flying log book for observers and air gunners for Tommy Fairclough from 9 July 1942 to September 1945, detailing his training and operational duties. Tommy flew 43 operations, 33 night time and ten daylight as wireless operator/air gunner in…
Tommy Fairclough's flying log book for navigators, air bombers, air gunners and flight engineers. One
Flying log book for navigators, air bombers, air gunners and flight engineers for Tommy Fairclough from 9 July 1942 to 12 March 1945, detailing his training and operational duties. Tommy flew 43 operations, 33 night time and ten daylight as wireless…
W C D Gallop's observer's and air gunner's flying log book
Sergeant Gallop’s Royal Air Force Flying Log Book from 4th April 1941 until 6th February 1942. During this time trained as a wireless operator and air gunner. Trained at No. 2 Electrical and Wireless School, 15 Operational Training Unit. Posted to…
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes about post and parcels. He has been flying around the country. The weather, hills and balloons are all hazardous. He asks for more mail.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes about the disorganisation in his movements. However he is very happy with the food at the mess.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes he returned safely. There was a lot of rain and thunder during the night. He asks for a pair of pants to be sent.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes about problems with letters and leave, due to illness. The weather is causing problems, too.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes about a mystery letter from his wife. He is hoping to get some more leave soon.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes about mail and postal orders.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes that he has received a letter and parcel. He hadn't written earlier because he was stuck at another airfield. His flight back was cancelled due to the aircraft breaking down. Instead he returned by train.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes that he has moved to Hullavington but living in Chippenham. It is much better than the tents at Kemble. He has sent her photos and laundry.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack talks about family matters. Then he discusses the new sisters and squadron leader.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes that he is saving sweets for his daughters. He has been trying to meet up with a friend in Norwich.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes about buying a bike for Pat. He has had an easy week although they were lined up for an operation which was eventually scrubbed. He has had mail from friends.
Stanislaw Sewerin's Pilots Flying Log Book. Two
Pilots Flying Log Book for Warrant Officer Stanislaw Sewerin covering 19 July 1944 to 16 July 1948 detailing day and night training flights and operations with: 18 Officer Training Unit, 1662 Heavy Conversion Unit and 300 Squadron. The period 29 June…
Manchester
Avro Manchester parked on grass at RAF Boscombe Down. Reverse of image annotated 'Manchester with centre fin and rear 4 gun turret 2nd prototype L7247'.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes about family. Some of his colleagues from Hamble have arrived and have described the bombing at Southampton. He has been into Cirencester for a hot bath and mixed grill then a film. He has sent her 30/- and photos.
Letter from Jack Dwyer to his wife
Jack writes that he has had no recent letter from her. He has been doing more flying which he enjoys.
Around the world
A list of place where Geoffrey was based.
To war in a Wimpy - the life and times of Flight Sergeant Ron Williams RAF
Biography of Ron Williams. Contains photographs and scans of documents.
Chapter 1 - early life, enlistment and training.
Chapter 2 - operational training. Describes activities during training OTU including naming his crew and flying out to…
Chapter 1 - early life, enlistment and training.
Chapter 2 - operational training. Describes activities during training OTU including naming his crew and flying out to…
Interview with David Vandervord
The interviewer describes his aims for the interview. Edited transcript at linked item. David Vandervord explains that, as a Wellington second pilot, he never actually handled the aircraft on operations. He mentions leaflet dropping. He, initially,…
Conversation with David Vandervord
Edited transcript. Begins by recalling joining up and pilot training on Tiger Moth, Anson and Wellington. Posted to 218 Squadron at RAF Marham as second pilot, and mentions the first pilots he flew with. He recalls an operation where they had to…
A conversation with Guy Sharp
Guy starts with some comments on training at RAF Cranfield and RAF Lossiemouth, August 1940, before joining 9 Squadron at RAF Honington in November 1940 as a Wellington co-pilot. He recalls making a mistake on first operation to Mannheim. He was then…