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Painting of a Fw 190 through bomber canopy
Side view at night of a Fw 190 crossing right to left very close. Through the left front cockpit windscreen.
Near miss
Describes a very near collision at night between a Halifax and a German Fw 190, and lists crew of Halifax. He recalls it was their 31st operation out of a total of 34.
Handley Page Halifax
Describes the introduction of Halifax into service with associated problems. Mentions first operations to Le Havre. Goes on to describe engine and gun turret upgrades as well as other modifications. Continues with introduction of Mk 3. and Mk 6…
Two disturbing incidents
Describes 2 incidents which occurred on aircraft and witnessed by the author. The documents conclude with a description of a firearms incident in which John was involved at RAF Moreton-in-the-Marsh where he was, subsequently, an instructor.
Mulheim airfield raid
The document details a daylight operation with mention of bombload and instrument problem on take off, and subsequent trip with no air speed indicator. Formatted on another aircraft in order to bomb. It continues with comments on return trip and…
Service record John Henry (Jack) Thomas
The record covers enlistment and early training in the Royal Australian Air Force, and continues with a description of John's journey to England via the United States and training in England. It lists his crew formed during training. He joined 102…
Interview with John Henry Thomas
John Thomas was born in Australia and joined the RAF in 1943. After completing his initial training in Australia he travelled to the UK via America. Further training, including an accident and night vision tests, led to 102 Squadron and a full tour…