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Arnold Louis Christian's Biography
A biography written by his grandson, covering from 1929 to 1941.
No 4 Devonshire Road, Birkenhead
A view of the garages at the rear of the house, now separate from the house. A satellite photograph shows the garages and the flats that replaced the church.
No 4 Devonshire Road, Birkenhead
Two colour photographs of the Christian family home in the 1920s, captioned 'This was the Christian family home in the 1920's and location of the family motor business. After Arnold joined the RAF and no longer played a part in the business his elder…
Christian Family History Introduction
A biography of the Christian family written by Arnold's grandson. There appears to be a connection to France, perhaps to Italian and French royalty. Later research suggested a Swiss connection but after research the Italian and French links were…
Royal Air Force - airman's record sheet
For William Roy Peter Perry - gives some personal details and list postings and re-mustering. Includes form for temporary service in Canada with list of postings. Notes awarded flying badge. Commissioned 18 May 1943.
With compliments card and note from the director-general of the meteorological office
Covers an enclosed article recently published in the magazine "Weather" in which he though Pete Perry might be interested.
German War Over
A newspaper with details of the end of the war with Germany.
Arthur in Blackpool and on railway
Two photographs one of four individuals observing a damaged railway track.
The second a formal recruit course pose in two rows in front of a row of houses, captioned 'Blackpool'.
The second a formal recruit course pose in two rows in front of a row of houses, captioned 'Blackpool'.
Declaration of Parole
A declaration signed by Reg that he would not escape or assist others to escape whilst on a walk outside the camp.
It includes two UK addresses.
It includes two UK addresses.
World and War News
German propaganda news from Berlin. The lead article refers to the plot to assassinate Hitler. Home news in brief is a collection of negative stories about Britain.
Memoranda for 1941
Gives synopsis of locations in 1941. July 7th to London, London to Leuchars July 26, leave October 3rd, returned to London from Leuchars October 17th, left London for Clyffe Pypard November 22. Leave December 13, became engaged December 16th. Left…
Battle of France Starts in the Air
A report on RAF operations over France. The tank depot at Mailly was attacked as were railways, aircraft stores and an ammunition dump.
John Nettleton VC
A biography of John from his attempts to join the South African navy to his time in the RAF.
Halifax W7764 Ditching
Notes taken from a book 'Nobody Unprepared The History of 78 Squadron' by Vernon Holland. John was the bomb aimer on the Halifax.
John Louis Goldby Biography
A biography covering John's training and service in the RAF.
Tony Snook's RAF service and release book
Contains some personal details.
A Biography of Maurice Stimpson
A biography of Maurice covering his birth in 1921 to his death in February 1944.
George Dennis's Decorations
Three medals awarded to George. The France and Germany Star, 1939-1945 Star and The War Medal. Includes the box and covering notes.
Two Envelopes Addressed to George Dennis' Father
Two envelopes.
#1 is a registered envelope from the Air Ministry.
#2 is from the Imperial War Graves Commission.
#1 is a registered envelope from the Air Ministry.
#2 is from the Imperial War Graves Commission.
Alfred Dickerson personnel document
RAF personnel document for Alfred James Dickerson with some details and notes killed in action 28/12/42. List of postings eventually to 106 Squadron. Notes alongside explains units posted to and some acronyms.
Twenty-three airmen outside 47 Woodfield Road Blackpool
Twenty-three airmen wearing tunics with side caps kneeling and standing in three rows in front of a brick building. Bay window and doorway in building and sign 'Weeton House 47' above door.
Part of letter
One page of letter with no first or last page. Reports arrival at new location and describes journey through Shrewsbury to Bridgnorth. Nice countryside after Manchester.
Envelope addressed to Mrs M Edwards
An envelope addressed to Mrs M Edwards with 'Good news from Blackpool' on the outside.
Seite 3: Liverpool im bombenregen. Ganze Strassen in Muften vermandebelt
Disparages Field Marshal Milch’s statement from 19th May 1941 by referring to the superior strength of the RAF, the plane-building capacity of the United States and Canada, and war production of United Nations. Göring and Hitler still in power…
Nine airmen
Nine airmen wearing tunics sitting and standing in three rows. In the background brick built houses and a fence. On the reverse, signatures and note '13 Oct 1940, Blackpool'.