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Ministry of Defence Air Historical Branch record of loss of Lancaster
Letter from Ministry of Defence Air Historical Branch to Mrs M Pimblett, sister of Pilot Officer C L Woolley, describing last operation and loss of Lancaster ND515, of which Pilot Officer Woolley was the Wireless Operator.
E B Chandler’s observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book
Observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book for E B Chandler, wireless operator/air gunner. Covering the period from 13 November 1940 to 22 June 1945. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at 4…
Chan Chandler's biography
A biography of Chan's life.
Don Bennett flying career biography
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Covers from pre-world war 2 as a lecturer at RAF Central Navigation school, writing air navigation text book. Pilot with Jersey airlines, flying boat instructor. Flying boat pilot with Imperial Airways including flying top half of Mayo composite…
Bomber command operations
A summary of operations undertaken on the night of 20/21 March 1945, including details on the participation by 50 Squadron.
Limoges
Four aerial photographs of an operation at Limoges. #1 is a vertical aerial photograph taken during the operation with structures on fire. #2 is the shadow of a Mosquito flying low over the bombed site. #3 is a recce oblique photograph showing the…
Danish Underground Planned His Escape
Reporting on the help provided to Tommy and pilot, Stan Slater, by the Danish underground movement during their evasion. Mentions Tommy witnessing the liberation of Danish people from a prison house.
Interview with Colin Bell
Colin Bell spent eighteen months as a newly qualified pilot instructing trainees in America. He completed 50 operations as a pilot on Mosquitos on the Light Night Striking Force.
Colin talks of his entry interview into the RAF, his time at an…
Colin talks of his entry interview into the RAF, his time at an…
Aircraft recognition list for RAF and some Luftwaffe
List of aircraft with corresponding wingspan.
Mosquito notes for ground personnel
This item is available only at the University of Lincoln.
Trevor Blewitt’s RAF service record
Listing Trevor’s service history between 1927 and 1953.
Trieste
Vertical reconnaissance photograph of the Vallone di Muggia with the Canale di Zaule. Liners Giulio Cesare and Duilio are visible, surrounded by other smaller ships. Numerous bomb craters visible. Label stating 'A confidential recon photograph of…
Mosquito recognition card
A recognition card for the Mosquito including description and diagrams.
Mosquito recognition card
An aerial view of a Mosquito.
Flight Lieutenant Michael Myers Wayman (version one)
Summarises Mike's family history, marriage, operations with 21, 90 and 139 Squadrons, awarding of the Distinguished Flying Cross and the circumstances of the crash in which Mike died together with his observer, Flight Lieutenant Sampson Clear, DFC.…
Two Mosquitoes
An air to air photograph of two Mosquitoes.
The Lancaster of Tillières-sur-Avre
Details of operation and loss of Lancaster HK553 piloted by Tom Donaghy during operation to Dreux in France. Contains:
The needs of the landing of June 6 1944.
An effective German defence.
The bombing of Driex.
The Lancaster HK553 crash with…
The needs of the landing of June 6 1944.
An effective German defence.
The bombing of Driex.
The Lancaster HK553 crash with…
Albert Millson’s Royal Air Force Pilot’s Flying Log Book
Albert Millson’s Pilot’s Flying Log Book from 16th April 1940 until 27th November 1952. Initial pilot training at No. 7 Elementary Flying Training School, then Nos. 10 and 12 Service Flying Training Schools.
Posted to 12 Operational Training Unit…
Posted to 12 Operational Training Unit…
A conversation with Oliver Wells
Transcript of oral history interview. He starts with a brief service history, 7 Squadron Oakington, Stirling and later Lancaster. He was shot down on his seventh operation, was captured after 4 months and became a prisoner of war. He begins with a…
Ready to fly
A member of the ground crew assists an airman with his parachute harness by the tail of a Mosquito.
139 Squadron
32 aircrew arranged in three rows in front of a Mosquito. Two further airmen look down from open windows in the building behind. Mike is front row, 3rd from the left.
Flight Lieutenant Michael Myers Wayman (version two)
Summarises Mike's family history, marriage, operations with 21, 90 and 139 Squadrons, awarding of the Distinguished Flying Cross and the circumstances of the crash in which Mike died together with his observer, Flight Lieutenant Sampson Clear, DFC.…
Airman in flying gear
Airman in flying suit and parachute harness standing in front of an aircraft. Image annotated with a signature and date. Annotation: 'Anthony [indecipherable] Mosq PK [indecipherable] 100 1944'.
Air Ministry Orders
Temporary orders and notices. It includes a New Year's message to all ranks, awards to airmen, award of explosive course, flight engineer leader's school, flying instructor courses, sport, Auster, Halifax and Lancaster notes and other equipment.