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- Temporal Coverage is exactly "1943-01-22"
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Letter from Ron Witty to his mother, father and siblings
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Writes that they will be starting their course on Monday 25th. Writes of dates of future moves to new training schools. Mentions poor weather and playing snooker and table tennis.
Letter to Mrs JL Leigh from A Squadron Adjutant
The letter advises that her husband and his crew members are presumed dead. His aircraft was forced down into the sea by enemy fighters.
Correspondence concerning commission, award of Distinguished flying cross and list of operations carried out
Letters from air secretary branch stating that commissioning parchment was being prepared. Letter from RAF Historian researcher stating that he would obtain and send on the recommendation for his Distinguished Flying Cross and also copies of all his…
Battle of Stalingrad at the Red October Factory
Four vehicles or artillery pieces can be seen on the horizon with black smoke rising to the sky. Buildings have been bombed. Flames, smoke and rubble are shooting into the sky. In the foreground, nine German soldiers are firing rifles and an…
Letter to John Leigh's wife from RAF Foulsham
The writer advises that John is missing.
Letter to John Leigh's wife from RAF Foulsham
The letter advises that he has no further news about her husband.
Letter from Donald Baker to his mother
Thanks her for letters and looking forward to more photographs. Received parcel from Rhodesia House and list contents. Catches up with news of friend in camp. Discusses land schemes in Rhodesia. Wishes he could get Rhodesia circulars to keep up with…
Five year diary
Entries made by Harry during the period 24 March 1941 to 9 July 1944 and additional entries by Harry's wife Dot after he was killed. Describes training in Canada, part of a convoy to England, further training, postings, promotions and operations. He…
Letter to David Donaldson from Esther Hale
Congratulates David on arrival of a daughter. Mentions brother Ian and writes of life in Canada in particular cold weather and use of coal and rationing. Passes on family news. Mentions contact with Kenneth Lawson and writes that Warrie who had…
Letter to John Leigh's wife from Air Ministry
The letter explains that John's aircraft was seen to be shot down and enter the North Sea. They express sympathy and since nothing has been heard they feel he is no longer alive.
Letter to John Leigh's wife from Air Ministry
The letter advises that John is missing.
Letter to John Leigh's wife from the British Red Cross
They regret that they have had no news about her husband.
Dennis Denton's log book
Flying log book for Dennis Denton covering the period from 3 May 1941 to 8 March 1945. Detailing his flying training and operations flown. Includes a map of part of France including the Vitry area, his Gunnery Course results, Certificates and…
A E Travell’s observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book
Observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book for A E Travell, air gunner, covering the period from 4 September 1942 to 28 May 1945. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at RAF Dalcross, RAF Marham,…
Leonard William Fairbanks' Observer' and Air Gunner's Flying Log Book
Leonard William Fairbanks' log book covering two tours from 3 January 1941 to 15 April 1945, detailing his training schedule and operations flown. Training was undertaken at Air Gunnery School at RAF Stormy Down, 25 OTU RAF Finningley, 25 OTU RAF…
J O Christie’s observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book
Observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book for J O Christie, wireless operator, covering the period from 23 September 1941 to 13 April 1943. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at 2 Wireless School…
Harry George Mason Robinson's observer's and air gunner's flying log book
Observer's and air gunner's log book for Harry George Mason Robinson from 11 January 1942 to 14 July 1944. Details his training and operational duties. He flew 43 operations, 40 night time and 3 daylight as wireless operator. He served with 76 and…
Letter from Ian Wynn to his wife
He is worried about his son David’s illness. He also writes about the weather, that he is fed up and that he went to the cinema in Lincoln to watch Bambi.
Letter to Mrs JL Leigh from the Red Cross
The letter advises that they have no news.
Notification of Death
An official notification of John Leigh's death.
Station officers mess
Receipt number 2311 for payment from Pilot Officers Knox and Thomas.