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  • Temporal Coverage is exactly "1941-10-27"

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Top - a large group of airmen and airwomen wearing greatcoats with gas mask cases at a funeral. Hangars and airfield buildings in the background. Submitted with caption 'Funeral party of a group of airmen and women with clergy, graveside at the…

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SKnoxVD63842v10037.pdf
Douglas describes his experiences at RAF Croft before moving to RAF Middleton-St-George. He talks of operations undertaken including one to Berlin in severe weather. Douglas references his crew; observer/navigator Jim Davidson; flight engineer George…

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E[Author]EllisEL411027.pdf
Find it strange to call him Lewis as previously only knew the boys by surnames. Thanks him for writing to her. Mentions Harry and that Lewis might be embarrassed. Continues to write about friends and hopes that he sees Harry and has a good journey.

4th weeks programme for air gunners course No 49, for week ending 2 November 1941. Elements of the programme were scheduled over the weekend.

In accordance with the conditions stipulated by the donor, this item is available only at the University…

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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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Made out for R Baker calling for him to go to RAF Padgate on 30 October 1941. Called for service in the Royal Air Force Reserve. Encloses travel warrant and on the reverse notes for joining.

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For R Baker to attend the No 3 RAF Recruit Centre Padgate on 27 October 1941 for aviation candidates selection board. Gives advice to attendees. On the reverse subsistence allowances.

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Sending message to Helen Newton

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Mentions his phone call and then relates her daily activity. Commiserates over his medical issues. Continues with gossip on her activities.

LMaltbyDJH60335v1.pdf
Royal Air Force pilot's flying log book for Squadron Leader David Maltby covering the period from 20 August 1940 to 13 September 1943. Detailing his flying training and operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at RAF Uxbridge, RAF…

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