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Necessity is the Mother of Invention (written by W G Uprichard)
A flight to Turin and the solution of a mechanical problem involving urinating on a frozen pipe.
My Longest Operational Flight (written by W G Uprichard)
A longer than usual flight which ended at Dishforth with the aircraft having no fuel.
W G Uprichard - An Account of my Experiences in the RAF during my Long Service of 41 Years
Details of W G Uprichard's time in the RAF.
Christmas card
A Royal Air Force Christmas card signed by Bill.
Alain Harvey a chronology
A short chronology of Alain's life, particularly his training for and service with the RAF Bomber Command.
Hugh Forth’s pilots flying log book. Two
Pilots flying log book two, for H O Forth, covering the period from 2 September 1940 to 31 December 1942. Detailing his operations flown, flying training and instructor duties. He was stationed at RAF Linton-on-Ouse, RAF Upavon, RAF Brough and RAF…
Hugh Forth’s pilots flying log book. One
Pilots flying log book one for H O Forth, covering the period from 7 March 1938 to 15 September 1940. Detailing his flying training and operations flown. He was stationed at RAF Desford, RAF Shawbury, RAF Manston, RAF Boscombe Down, Auberive France,…
Letter to Norman Gorfunkle's Mother from 76 Squadron
She is advised that it is unlikely her son has not been killed.
Letter to Norman Gorfunkle's Mother from 76 Squadron
The letter advises Norman's mother that her son has been reported killed in action.
1st Allied Airplane Crashed in Haute-Marne, Bomber Halifax Mk II DT515
An account of the crash written by the pilot, George Thom. The report includes part of a police report.
Tony Barralet's pilots flying log book
Pilots flying log book for A F Barralet, covering the period from 19 November 1938 to 14 November 1940, when he was shot down on operations and became a prisoner of war. He was stationed at RAF White Waltham, RAF Bexhill, RAF Brough, RAF…
Letter to Central Depository from No 4 Group
The letter advises that Tony's golf clubs have not been located. They suggest that Tony could inform his father what club he left his clubs at.
Letter to Tony Barralet's Father from 58 Squadron
The letter advises that Tony and his crew are unhurt but are now prisoners of war.
Letter to Central Depository from Tony Barralet's Father
He asks for his son's possessions to be forwarded and a missing set of golf clubs located.
Anthony Frank Barralet
A biography of Tony by his daughter, Rosemary Barralet Mortimer.
Letter to Tony Barralet's Father from Cresswell Clement
He refers to Tony's missing items and suggests he writes to an officer at Linton. He sends his best wishes.
Letter to Tony Barralet's Father from HQ No 4 Group
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The letter discusses a cap and possibly a great coat belonging to Tony. In addition there are squash racquets and golf clubs missing.
Eric Keen's navigator's, air bomber's and air gunner's flying log book
Navigator’s, air bomber’s and air gunner’s flying log book for E D Keen, flight engineer, covering the period from 30 July 1943 to 18 May 1946. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at RAF Woolfox…
Sixteen aircrew
Sixteen aircrew wearing battledress or tunic all with brevet, with side or peaked caps sitting and standing in two rows on grass in front of a hangar. On the reverse a list of signatures. Several of the men have one or more medal ribbons. Submitted…
J Oates’ observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book
Observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book for J Oates, navigator, covering the period from 11 February 1943 to 19 June 1946. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at RAF Millom, RAF Chipping Warden,…
Kenneth Adams - navigator's, air bomber's and air gunner's flying log book
Navigator's , air bomber's and air gunner's flying log book for Ken Adams, air gunner. Covers period from 16 June 1943 to 18 November 1944. Details his training and operational flying. He was stationed at RAF Andreas, RAF Ossington, RAF Gamston, RAF…
J.S. Hitchcock’s RAF Pilot’s Flying Log Book. Two
J.S. Hitchcock’s RAF Pilot’s Flying Log Book from 5 December 1941 to 1 November 1945 detailing training and operations as a pilot and flying instructor. He was stationed at RAF Upavon (Central Flying School), RAF Little Rissington (No. 6 Flying…
John S Hitchcock DFC AFC
A brief extract of John's service life.
John S Hitchcock DFC AFC
Explanations of why John was awarded a DFC and AFC.
L V Rosser’s pilots flying log book. One
Pilots flying log book one for L V Rosser, covering the period from 4 March 1939 to 19 July 1943. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at RAF Kidlington, RAF Woodley, RAF Grantham, RAF Kinloss, RAF…