P/O Rupert Harwood

P/O Rupert Harwood

A document with photographs of Rupert Harwood, his wife and two daughters, Janet & Shirley. It refers to him being killed in action over Ussy sur Marne on 19 July 1944 whilst flying with 619 Squadron on Lancaster PB245. On the reverse "7 and 20 This message was placed as a capsule inside Bomber Command Memorial - 2012".

2012

One printed sheet

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P/O Rupert Thomas William Harwood killed in action with crew over Ussy sur Marne, France on 19th July 1944 with 619 Squadron Lancaster 5PB245, from daughters Janet & Shirley. In memory of our darling Dad who we loved dearly and still miss very much after all these long years. You were a lovely brave man and proud to fight for your country. We will, and have made sure that all your grandchildren and great grandchildren hear and know all about you. You are always in our thoughts, Love forever, Janet & Shirley xxxx
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[handwritten note]
7 and 20
This message was placed as a capsule inside Bomber Command Memorial - 2012.