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Telegram to William Norman's sister
The telegram sent by RAF Wickenby to William's sister when he failed to return from an operation.
W B Baker’s observers and air gunners flying log book
Observers and air gunners flying log book for W B Baker, air gunner, covering the period from 11 November 1942 to 9 June 1944. Detailing his flying training and operations flown. He was stationed at RAF Stormy Down and RAF Wickenby. Aircraft flown in…
Westkapelle, October 3, 1944
A battle order for the attack on Westkapelle, Vlissingen. It covers the fighter support, Pathfinders and the bomber squadrons and bases involved.
William Baker RAF Form 543 personnel
Gives some personal details. Dates of enlistment. Commission, promotions, award of DFC, medical boards and movements.
William Baker recommendation for award of Distinguished Flying Cross
Relates actions on operation to Berlin on 30/31 January 1944. Baker was wounded during night fighter attack. Finding wireless operator dead, the rear gunner unconscious and navigator wounded, he then manned the rear turret despite no communications…
William Norman's observer's and air gunner's flying log book
William began his training at the No 12 AGS RAF Bishops Court in October 1943 flying in the Anson, he left there in December and by March 1944 he was at No 18 OTU, RAF Bramcote, flying in the Wellington, remaining there until April. In May he was…