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Interview with Jacqui Whitehead
Jacqui Whitehead talks of how she has been involved with veterans, remembrance, and the Air Gunners Association over the last thirty years. She discusses stories of reconciliation, and how the Flightpath of Friendship and Reconciliation became a…
Aircrew and ground crew with Lancaster
Eleven men in uniform standing and crouching in front of a Lancaster.
Lancaster mid-upper turret
A photograph of the mid-upper turret of a Lancaster, taken from the the astrodome looking rearwards along the fuselage. An airman can be seen in the turret and the guns are pointing upwards and to port. Part of the aircraft's tailplane can be seen…
Telegram to George Edward Gadd's father
A telegram to Mr G Gadd informing him of the death of his son, Sergeant George Edward Gadd.
Letter from Officer Commanding 101 Squadron to Mr Gadd
A letter of condolence from the Officer Commanding 101 Squadron to Mr. G Gadd, the father of Sergeant George Edward Gadd. It details the circumstances surrounding Gadd's death and describes him as a very capable air gunner and a popular and esteemed…
Letter from Squadron Leader W. C. Ollason to Mr Gadd
A letter of condolence from the captain of Sergeant George Edward Gadd's crew to his father, Mr G Gadd. It describes the circumstances of Sergeant Gadd's death in action and tells how much he was liked and respected. It goes on to say that the crew…
George Edward Gadd biography
A short biography of Sergeant George Gadd, containing information about his death, his family and his civilian life and boxing prowess before joining the Royal Air Force.
It also states that his name can be found on the Dunstable War memorial and…
It also states that his name can be found on the Dunstable War memorial and…
George Edward Gadd
Personal research on George Edward Gadd by his younger brother. It describes how he died and how his parents found out about his death on their way to visit him. It also mentions his amateur boxing and engagement to Kathleen Smith, a farmer's…
Robert Walter Beales
Black and white portrait photograph of Sergeant Beales in uniform. He is wearing a field service cap and has an Air Gunner brevet above his left breast pocket.
Colin and Douglas Major
A half length portrait of the two standing, in uniform, at the entrance to a house.
On the reverse 'Aug 44 Sgt Colin Major & Douglas Major'.
On the reverse 'Aug 44 Sgt Colin Major & Douglas Major'.
25 airmen
25 men arranged in three rows. They have a board with 117C. On the reverse 'Rear Gunner Sgt Colin Major Front row Ext. left'.
Robert Walter Beales' observer's and air gunner's flying log book. Two
Observer's and air gunner's flying log book of RW Beales, flight engineer. It covers the period from 1 January 1942 to 24 August 1942 and includes details and locations of his flying training and operations flown. Whilst in training he flew on two of…
Arthur Wrigley's wedding
Arthur Wrigley, in uniform, and his bride standing outside a church doorway in Pestwich, Manchester. The reverse of the image is annotated 'Dec 18th 1941'.
Arthur Wrigley in uniform
Head and shoulders photograph of Arthur Wrigley in uniform He is wearing a side cap, has sergeant's stripes on his sleeve and an air gunner's brevet on his chest.
Arthur Wrigley's wedding photograph
Arthur Wrigley in uniform and his bride, Joan, standing beside a car. A man behind the couple is holding up a child who is scattering them with confetti.
Ken Morrison and crew
Seven airmen in No 1 uniform with aircrew brevets. Building behind. On reverse, postcard stamp and handwritten names of crew, 'left to right':
Pat Kennedy, Navigator; Bill Perry, Flight Engineer; Tom Payne, Air Gunner; Ken (Morrison), Pilot and…
Pat Kennedy, Navigator; Bill Perry, Flight Engineer; Tom Payne, Air Gunner; Ken (Morrison), Pilot and…
Arthur Kenneth Wrigley's Observer's and Air Gunner's Flying Log Book
Observer's and air gunner's flying log book for Sergeant Kenneth Wrigley (1005381) covering 6 November 1940 to 18 September 1942 detailing training flights, air tests and operations. Aircraft flown in were Dominie, Whitley, Battle, Anson, Hampden,…
Lancaster crew at war
Memoirs of Eric Baldwin and Tom Gummersall of 467 Squadron RAAF RAF Waddington. Eric Baldwin recounts several of his experiences as a mid upper gunner including flying in the wrong direction due to compass problems, parts falling off his aircraft on…
Hand written memoir - Eric Baldwin
Recounts events that happen during his service career. Includes detailed account of first operation to Walcheren Island in daylight. Continues with account of engaging German fighters from mid upper turret on operation to Essen. Follows account of…
Biography - Eric Baldwin
Covers early life in Australia and then training in Canada and England as an air gunner. Flew operations on Lancaster with 467 Squadron at RAF Waddington. Recounts details of operations to Walcheren Island. Continues with several other anecdotes…
Three airmen in uniform
Three airmen in uniform, sergeant stripes and chevrons visible, standing outside a Nissen hut. On reverse, handwritten notes - 'Jim, given on the 20/2/44, Believed missing on 23.3.44, Last seen 21.3.44'.
Biography of Reginald James Grimmitt
Biography of Reginald James Grimmitt, detailing his civilian background and RAF service, written by his nephew.
Maurice Webb
Montage of four pictures - unidentified gravestone, flowers, two airmen next to aircraft, and Maurice Webb in uniform with brevet. Captioned 'Maurice Webb'.
Seven airmen on port side of Lancaster ME679
Seven airmen on port side of a Lancaster. On reverse of picture, 'Back from left - M I Boyle DFC (Pilot, J W Higdon (Mid Upper Gunner), H Dixon (Navigator), M P Butler (Rear Gunner). Front row left D R Waddell (Bomb Aimer, M Webb (Wireless Operator),…
James Bibby’s Royal Air Force Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book
James Bibby’s Flying Log Book from 8th February 1941 until 25th June 1945. During this time trained as a wireless operator and air gunner.
Trained at No. 2 Signals School, No. 2 Air Gunners School, 17 Operational Training Unit, 28 Operational…
Trained at No. 2 Signals School, No. 2 Air Gunners School, 17 Operational Training Unit, 28 Operational…