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H W Bennett’s RAF Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book. One
H. W. Bennett’s RAF Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book, from 23 April 1937 to 14 June 1943, detailing training, operations and instructional duties as an Air Observer, Air Gunner, Bomb Aimer and Navigator. Includes bombing and…
Shot Down, He took part in French Resistance raids on Germans
A newspaper article about Ron after he was shot down over France. A second cutting has a brief note about Ron returning home after being missing in France.
[The details in the article are incorrect. His aircraft was a Wellington, it was shot down on…
[The details in the article are incorrect. His aircraft was a Wellington, it was shot down on…
Letter to Jose from Leslie Hay
The letter lists 49 Squadron operations from May 1944 to 10 June 1944 when John Holden died.
Letter to Ron Riding
The letter thanks Roland for his card and news, seeking more information about his life and news of John. They are all in good health and good wishes are sent from several people. He is updated on family members, acquaintances and work. Roland is…
The Journey in Normandy of Mr Ronald H. Riding
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A story of Ronald's escape after being shot down.
I Owe my Life to You
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The events after Ronald was shot down on the morning of D-day.
Letter to Ron Riding from France
The letter seeks news from Ron and his friend, who hid at their house and recalls several people. It expresses affection to them both while hoping to hear from him.
Therese Del Sole
A young girl standing in front of an aircraft engine. On the reverse 'Therese Del Sole devant le moteur d'avion env? 1945 a Notre Dame de Bliquetuit'.
French Topographical Map
There are two strips of mapping, the first has Puchay, Eure in the East, the second has Morville-sur-Andelle.
The second image is the middle of the two strips.
The mapping covers where the Lancaster crashed and where the crew were shot.
The second image is the middle of the two strips.
The mapping covers where the Lancaster crashed and where the crew were shot.
The Hemmens Story
A complicated story of how Hemmens was mixed with four aircrew who survived a Halifax crash. They were all arrested on their way to Paris. They were sent to Fresnes prison then Buchenwald where Hemmens died due to medical neglect.