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LDennettGJ1195401v1.pdf
G. Dennett’s RAF Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book from 14/5/42 to 17/3/46, detailing training, operations and instructional duties as a Wireless Operator, Air Bomber, Air Gunner and Radar Operator. Based at: RAF Yatesbury (No. 2 Signals…

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Three photographs of trainee airmen.
Photo 1 is of ten airmen arranged in two rows.
Photo 2 is of 15 airmen arranged in three rows.
Photo 3 is of 13 airmen arranged in three rows.
Behind each group is a wooden building.

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LBennettHW561480v1.pdf
H. W. Bennett’s RAF Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book, from 23 April 1937 to 14 June 1943, detailing training, operations and instructional duties as an Air Observer, Air Gunner, Bomb Aimer and Navigator. Includes bombing and photographic…

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BAllisonTAllisonTv1.pdf
Bomber Command wartime memoirs 1939-45 by Ted Allison. He completed 35 bomber operations as wireless operator/air gunner 1941-43, which he described as being looked down upon. The introduction describes his role as a Wop/Ag and how they're replaced…

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LMaceHA1295485v1.pdf
Observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book for H A Mace, wireless operator, covering the period from 16 July 1942 to 24 March 1944, when he was shot down on operations to Berlin. He was stationed at 8 Air Gunnery School RAF Evanton, 4 Signals School…

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AShawWH151027.mp3
Bill was a wireless operator/air gunner. He joined the Home Guard in 1941 and registered for conscription to the Royal Air Force (RAF) in 1943. He reported to Lord’s Cricket Ground and went to an Initial Training Wing at RAF Bridgnorth. Bill then…

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SBondS-BromfieldJv10002.pdf
Jack Bromfield’s Flying Log Book as a Wireless Operator/Air Gunner from 23rd September 1943 until 5th January 1945 when he was reported as missing. Training started at No. 2 Radio School and No. 8 Gunnery School. Further training followed at No. 7…

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LWhymarkJP53481v1.pdf
Jack Whymark’s Flying Log Book as an Air Gunner from 1st October 1940 until 4th October 1945 when his aircraft crashed in to the Mediterranean Sea.

Initial training at No. 8 Bombing and Gunnery School and 225 Squadron. Posted to 149 Squadron for…

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LWolffJR908703v1.pdf
Jack Wolff’s Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book from 13th October 1940 until 31st October 1952. He trained as a wireless operator and air gunner.
Initial training at No. 1 Air Observer and Navigation School, followed by No. 2 Signals…

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SWeirG19660703v090003.pdf
Observer's and Air Gunner's Flying Log Book for Jas Flannigan, wireless operator/air gunner. Covers his training and operations 13 January 1940 to 31 October 1941. He was based at RAF Evanton, RAF Bassingbourn, RAF Jurby and RAF Middleton St George.…

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LSouterKP129001v1.pdf
Pilot's flying log book. One, for Ken Souter. Covering the period from 5 July 1939 to 27 April 1945. Detailing his flying training, operational flying and instructor duties. He was stationed No.43 Elementary and Reserve flying traing School at RAF…

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Jack writes about family. His course is nearly finished. One of the airmen has German measles and the doctor checks for more cases every day.

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Jack writes that they finished work early. He describes his daily routine. He describes the food as all right. His hut has had a silly night with 'raging', pillow fights and collapsing beds.

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Jack writes that letters are taking a while to reach him. They have been making good progress in their training.

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Jack writes that he is thinking of her and the children all the time. He tries to clear up a misunderstanding in a previous letter. Then he talks about letters he has written and received.

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Jack writes that he has been doing a lot more flying and the scenery is spectacular. He has been to Inverness where they had a great time.

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Jack writes another airman has measles so they will not be leaving for a while. The weather is poor.

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Jack writes that he arrived safely, the scenery was amazing, they had a meal then lectures. He expects to be there a month.

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Jack writes that he needs her to complete the form he sent. He has a lot to think and do on his course.

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Jack writes that they have had a German measles outbreak. This could mean a delay in completing the course. He says keep smiling.

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Jack writes the mail is slow. He spent two hours in a snow storm in the rear turret.

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Catches up with their request and news. Describes some of his activities. More gossip and would be home the week after Christmas.

MTerras1050292-150303-01.pdf
List of names, and nickname, with service number and place of origin. Robert Wallace Terras is first on the list.

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BCruickshankGCruickshankGv1.pdf
Memoir written in 1956 by Flight Lieutenant Cruickshank. It covers his early childhood and family life, as well as his early time in RAF after enlisting in December 1938. He recalls his crew, bombing operations he took part in and his investiture…

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PMcDermottC16020039.jpg
Nine airmen arranged in two rows in front of a wooden hut. Their names are written underneath. On the reverse are eight signatures and a stamp with 'RAF Evanton Crown Copyright Reserved'.

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