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Harry George Samual Garnham
The document gives details of his birth in 1917 and his parents in Suffolk and tells us he was called up for service in 1940.
There then follows a summary of a typical training route to becoming an air gunner and it is presumed Harry followed this…
There then follows a summary of a typical training route to becoming an air gunner and it is presumed Harry followed this…
Normal disposal of personnel on arrival in the UK
Lists by category, rank or trade and disposal destination. Part 1,2 and 3.
Memoir of Emilia Garland (nee Ocardi). WAAF 429 Squadron.
Recounts life in Glasgow (Clydebank) at the beginning of the war. Incudes tales of bliztz bombing, blackout, sirens and evacuation. Talks of continuing business though blitz. Eventually tired of hard work in family business, despite parental…
Interview with Samuel Adolphus Jordon
Samuel Jordon grew up in British Guiana and volunteered for the Air Force when he was 18. He discusses his journey to the UK, his training and work as a clerk.
While training at RAF Melksham the war ended. He was then posted to the Number 1 School…
While training at RAF Melksham the war ended. He was then posted to the Number 1 School…
Aeronautical chart - Glasgow, Oban and the southern islands
Coloured chart showing part of West Coast of Scotland
St Andrew's ambulance association voucher of re-examination
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Made out for Edwin Thomson and indicating he had attended a course of instruction in ambulance work and had passed examination on first aid.
Reference for George Thomson from Union Bank of Scotland
Notes George wishes to obtain commission in RAFVR. Gives note of employment, qualifications and character.
Ferry and rail ticket
From Belfast to Glasgow
Post Office receipt form
Blank form post office receipt for parcel post to Scottish branch Red Cross society, prisoners of war parcels department.
Letter to George Thomson from the union bank of Scotland Ltd.
Informs him he had been admitted a member of the officers' superannuation and provident fund of the union bank of Scotland. I addition provides information on life insurance provided.
Letter to George's father from A Stephen
Delighted to receive his card and news that George was a prisoner of war.
Letter to George's father from J Morrison
From assistant general manager of the union bank of Scotland stated he was delighted at the news that George was a prisoner of war.
Letter to George Thomson's father from W Demfoster
Glad to read in the paper that his son was safe.
Letter to George Thomson's father from M Clark
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Noted that they had news that George was a prisoner of war. Hope he would be home soon.
Letter to the Thomsons from Malcolm Buick
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Offers sympathy on news that George was posted missing.
Telegram to the Thomsons from Buchanan
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Delighted George safe.
Letter to George Thomson's family from Lizzie
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Has just learned that George was missing and hopes they would hear that he was safe. Catches up with news and gossip.
Letter from Commonwealth War Graves Commission to George Thomson
Answers George's letter to them requesting information about the grave of a New Zealand airmen. Gives location of Flying Officer Norman Overend 422090 RNZAF in Durnbach war cemetery, Germany. Gives information for travelling to cemetery.
Envelope addressed to Wing Commander Watkins
Addressed to 15 Squadron Mildenhall - marked return to sender on Air Ministry instructions.
George Thomson
Head and shoulders portrait of an airman wearing tunic with navigator brevet, medal ribbons and a side cap.
Address notes
Addresses for some of George's postings and other members of family.
Glasgow corporation gas department - prepayment collector's daily report
Handwritten entry at bottom of printed form and on reverse.
RAF personnel railway ticket
Made out from Cosford to Glasgow, Note was only valid when attached to a leave pass. Conditions on the reverse.
Travel identity card - George Thomson
For travel between Great Britain and Northern Ireland or Eire. Includes b/w photograph
Letter to George Thomson from the Union Bank of Scotland staff association
Circular from the domestic members of the association to members of staff in H M force. Gives information about the current bank, including ration of male to female with greater numbers of the latter. Opportunities for jobs, refresher training and…