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Announcement that Jan Prinzen had died
Announcement of passing of Jan Prinzen.
Caterpillar club membership card
Made out to Sergeant R Baker
Red label
Red label with government absolute priority
Robert Baker matriculation certificate
Passed matriculation examinations in eight subjects.
Notice to all prisoners of war
Headlined that the escape from prison camps was no longer a sport. Mentions illegal and irregular warfare and that England has opened up a non military form of gangster warfare. Warns of strictly forbidden zones where unauthorized trespassers would…
Dinner programme for incorporated accountants society of Manchester and district
Cover, committee members, menu, toasts list and programme of music.
Letter to W T Baker from Air Ministry
Informs him that his son was promoted to flight sergeant of 28 February 1944 and warrant officer 28 February 1945.
Letter from L L Irvin to W T Baker
Thanks for letter and enclosing membership card for caterpillar club. Could not help with finding the person that packed his son's chute.
Letter from L L Irvin to W T Baker
Glad that his sons life was saved by their chute and welcomes him to the caterpillar club. Gold pin could not be sent at that time due to supply difficulties. Would be sent at first opportunity, possibly after the war
Letter from WT Baker to secretary of the caterpillar club
Informs addressee that his son had been liberated and was due back in the England in near future. Asks to be sent pin as he only received membership card.
Letter from WT Baker to secretary of the caterpillar club
Informs addressee that his that his son Sergeant Robert Baker is entitled to become a member of the club after baling out 25/26 June 1943. Asks to be send application details.
Caterpillar Club badge
Caterpillar club pin.
Prisoner of war tag
Metal tag with Stal Luft 6 embossed.
1939-1954 Star
Ribbon with Bomber Command clasp in box.
Robert Baker's service record
Gives personal details enlisted on 30 October 1941, Med cat grade 1, released ex prisoner of war on 17 April 1946. List postings up to 218 Squadron then reported missing and POW. Lists promotions.
Letter of recommendation from teacher
Recommends Mr Robert Baker to any employer. Gives account of his acquaintance at school and scouts and outlines Mr Baker's qualities of leadership, character and intelligence.
Letter from the Red Cross
Confirms that parcel had been dispatched but gives warning that at this stage of war is could be difficult to send prisoner of war parcels. In addition, further posting would be suspended.
National Service enlistment notice
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.
Invitation to aircrew selection board
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.
Receipt for wedding reception
Bill for £17 16s 5d for luncheons and wine. Receipt made out to R Baker.
Britannic Assurance letter to R Baker
Covers conditions attached to reversionary bonus declares as at 31 December 1951. Letter on declared bonus.
Incorporated accounts society of Manchester and District annual dinner table plan
Table plan and list of members of society.
Instructions for reply
Instructions to reply to Red Cross message
Notes for the general information of the next-of-kin or other relatives of airmen missing, deceased, prisoner of war or interned
Covers private effects under RAF control as well as family and dependents allowances and pay. Goes on to cover airmen reported as prisoners of war and handling enquiries. Continues with rules for deceased airmen including pensions.
Advice to the relative of a man who is missing
Covers measures taken by service departments to trace missing personnel through red cross and enemy governments. Any news would be passed on if reliable. Advises against listening to enemy broadcasts.