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Interview with David Bowker
David Bowker joined the Air Force, originally training to be a wireless operator/air gunner but re-mustered as a pilot. He discusses rudder lock on early versions of Halifax. Jacqueline Bowker, his wife, discusses her life during the war and being…
Interview with Ernest Groeger
Ernie Groeger volunteered for the RAF in 1940 while working at a textile firm. He undertook training to be an armourer and was posted to 97 Squadron at RAF Woodhall Spa. Over time he developed ill health and he was discharged from the RAF on health…
A Year in the Life
Ken Brind's autobiography detailing his tour of operations.
Air Bomber Sergeant Jackson and Geoff Clarke's records
A head and shoulders portrait of Sergeant Jackson, a fellow crew member to Brian Clarke and a list of Geoff's service locations.
Aircrew selection board proforma
Aircrew selection board proforma completed giving details of Kenneth Pope's flying experience.
Alan Holman's Log Book extract
A list of locations and dates where Alan served in the RAF.
Albert Cluett's postponement of calling up for service
Notice of postponement of calling up for Albert Cluett.
Allan Smith's Findings of Medical Board Record
RAF Form 58 with the findings of the medical board.
AS Coller Grade Card
Grade Card issued to AS Coller after a medical examination at RAF Cardington.
Attestation of George Milson
RAF Form 2167 - a six page form completed by George prior to his enlistment.
Bill Parry's Service Record
RAF Form 543 with brief details of bill's service record.
Bob Smith's Memoirs
Bob's memoirs from his early training until he became operational.
Bob Smith's Memoirs - Book 2
Covers his training.
Brian Clarke's Service Record
RAF Form 543 issued to Brian with very brief details about his service life.
Declaration by a recruit prior to enlistment
RAF Form 1546 completed by George.
Dennis Raettig's service and release book
Made out for LAC Raettig W, Class of release 'A'. Release authorized 23 July 1946. Served from 23 February 1941 to 28 May 1946. Awarded Defence Medal, good character reference.
Dennis Terry's Certificate of Good Service and Leave Pass
A notification of a certificate awarded to Dennis for good service and a leave pass.
Derrick Allen's flying log book for navigators, air bombers, air gunners, flight engineers
Navigator’s, air bomber’s, air gunner’s and flight engineer’s flying log book for Flight Sergeant Derrick Allen air gunner, covering the period from 11 February 1944 to 25 April 1945. Detailing training and operations flown. He was stationed at…
Don Sparkes' Medical certificate
A certificate issued to Don after completing a medical at RAF Cardington.
Eric Horsham - Memories
Eric Horsham's recollection from his early years in Plumstead, training at Lords, Torquay, St Athans, Marston Moor then 102 Squadron at RAF Pocklngton. Included are two photographs, one of his crew in front of a Halifax and another of the damage…
Stanley Jeffrey's Royal Air Force service and release book
Show service from 12 March 1941 until release 10 May 1946. Reports that he was a skilled engine mechanic.
M.T Section Cardington
Four members of the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force and and an airman all wearing battledress sitting on the running board of a car. In the background houses. On the reverse 'M.T Section Cardington, Pam Hills - "Tony" Parkinson, Ted Lyons, - "Spooky"…
Part of M.T Section Cardington
Four members of Women’s Auxiliary Air Force sitting on the running board of a car. In front sitting on the ground are four airmen. In the background are houses. On the reverse 'M.T Section Cardington - Part Of, back row, Lynn Clark, - "Spooky"…
Frank Dennis' memoir
Frank left school in 1937, aged 14 and worked in a local engineering company, which later became an armament factory. In 1943 Frank volunteered as a Flight Engineer in the Royal Air Force. He recalls his training and describes the operations in which…
Geoff Packham's Record of Service
A list, taken from Geoff's logbook, of RAF stations where he served or was trained.