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LKeelingRV82689v2.pdf
Pilot's flying log book for Robert 'Bob' Keeling covering the period 1 July 1943 to 23 October 1945 when he was a test pilot with the Royal Aircraft Establishment. In addition it covers the period 14 January 1946 to 26 November 1949 when Bob was a…

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A list of aircrewmen who went missing or died on the 8th July 1942. The list includes Kenneth James Broderick. The document also shows where each aircrewman is commemorated.

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A case inscribed "Presented to PILOT OFFICER ROBERT GEORGE SHARLAND by the inhabitants of Thursley to mark their appreciation of the award of the DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS. 14th September 1943."

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PSharlandRG1708.jpg
A portrait photograph taken at Robert George Sharland's and Beryl Lilian Sharland's wedding in Elstead Surrey. Robert is wearing a RAF uniform. An air gunner brevet and pathfinder badge can be seen accompanying a Distinguished Flying Cross ribbon on…

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Robert Sharland’s sister Joan, Carnival Queen at 1951 Festival of Britain celebrations in Thursley, Surrey. The boy in the centre of the photo is dressed as a pirate on a bicycle made to look like a ship. A group of people are standing behind them.…

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G.R. Cottle holding Joan Sharland in his arms next to car, with a man and two women sat behind. Another car is behind them. Robert Sharland’s sister Joan, was Carnival Queen at 1951 Festival of Britain celebrations in Thursley, Surrey.

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BLazenbyHJLazenbyHJv1.pdf
Harold Jack Lazenby's autobiography.

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Eulogy concerning unveiling of the Runnymede memorial and those who died with no known grave. Also acknowledges the Kohima memorial. Goes on with brief explanation of RAF role in the war.

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Author (probably Roy J de Niese) gives some information on recruitment and training of Ceylonese volunteers for the RAF. Includes his recruitment and initial training in Ceylon, travel to Great Britain, enlistment, elementary flying training and…

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Six crashed Stirlings listed with the date, squadron, operation, location (where known), crew and fate.

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Jozef's autobiography. He flew with the Polish Air Force and escaped to Romania after the German's invaded. He further escaped to France and flew there against the Germans until he was instructed to head for the UK. He was shot down and taken…

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MHitchcockJS740899-170926-03.pdf
A licence issued to John in 1939 allowing him to fly land planes.

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MHitchcockJS740899-170926-02.pdf
Form 1866 completed by John with his personal details.

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John's service record as an officer.

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RAF Form 295 issued to John allowing him to leave Stoughton Barracks.

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The letter congratulates John on being awarded the Air Force Cross.

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LKilleenKAL184115v1.1.pdf
Observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book one, for K A L Killeen, navigator, covering the period from 3 April 1943 to 2 August 1946. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and duties with communications flights. He was stationed at…

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MLovattP1821369-190903-74-01.pdf
A continuation of Peter's thesis on electronic warfare during the war.

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MLovattP1821369-190903-75.pdf
A detailed analysis of very early aircraft and their flying characteristics.

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A brief biography of Arnold and his time with 105 Squadron.

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Made out to William Sparkes on No 219 Sutton Cheam Squadron qualified as "Flt/Mech E".

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EPerryWRPPerryHE430714.pdf
Wishes her happy birthday. Explains he did not write the previous day as he had a long flight (11 hours 15 minutes) and was very tired. Catches up with mail received and family gossip and other matters. Mention future plans and that his commission…

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The letter confirms that Sam McCron died during flying operations.

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NBakerP161128-01.jpg
Relates story of Lancaster on operation to Berlin being hit by night fighter fire which wounded crew and damaged aircraft. Returning home with wounded crew and belly landed.

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Gives some personal details. Dates of enlistment. Commission, promotions, award of DFC, medical boards and movements.

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