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Biography of Ted Darnell, comprising family background, RAF training and circumstances of his death.

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Tells of formation of St Andrew Society at Stalag Luft 7, Bankau, Upper Silesia. Mentions meeting held by this prisoner of war branch. Provides some information on members and camp.

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Relates story of Two crews rescued. The first when a Lancaster crew saw lights in sea and signalling air sea rescue who recovered seven exhausted airmen. The second a Lancaster crew ditched a badly shot up bomber were rescued by a fishing vessel…

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Article concerning operations by Lancaster and Halifax against flying bomb and rocket depots in France. Gives details of daylight operations near Paris. Also mentions B-17 operations against German communications and oil.

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Report welcoming members - all RAF or Airborne prisoners of war in Germany. British prisoners of war from branch at Stalag Luft 7, Bankau, Germany, List names including George B Thomson.

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Shot down 12/9/44. Captured after 8 days. List camps Dulag Luft, Stalag Luft 7 and Stalag IIIIA. Liberated by the Russians.

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Notes that Mr and Mrs W Thomson had received a communication that their son was a prisoner of war and thanking friends for their enquiries.

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Notes George wishes to obtain commission in RAFVR. Gives note of employment, qualifications and character.

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Lists activities from 0600 hours until lights out at 2030 with appropriate humorous religious quotes.

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For George Thomson indicates fitness.

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Made out to and signed by George Thomson.

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Lists to bring: civilian clothing, a large suitcase (for return of civilian clothing) marriage and birth certificates.

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Handed to officer/airman leaving the service. Explains issue of civilian clothing warrant does not refer to civilian clothing coupons. Must apply to local food office for civilian clothing coupons.

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List of two items 17/6 and 1/6.

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For George Thomson navigator medical classification A3B.

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To George Thomson notice that he had offered to join RAF volunteer reserve. Gives conditions of service.

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For George Thomson informing that he was not at present in position of RAF form 1250 (ID card).

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To George Thomson. Explains current situation and states he would be required to report in accordance with instructions contained in notice issued by air officer records. In the meantime he is to remain on the reserves with no pay or allowances. Do…

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Permission for LAC Thomson to be absent from quarters on Fridays. No 1 Squadron No 17 ITW.

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From Belfast to Glasgow

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Permission for LAC Hayes and LAC Thomson to proceed down town to purchase fret saw blades.

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Covers objectives of training and expected performance and behaviour.

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Posting notice with instructions for George Thomson to report to RAF Methwold. Leave granted before reporting.

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For George Thomson, permission to be absent from RAF Heaton Park.
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