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Telegram to AB Geach from Air Ministry
The telegram is written to David Geach's father and confirms via the International Red Cross that he has been taken prisoner.
Telegram to Jack Marsden's Parents
The telegram advises that Jack is missing.
Telegram from the Air Ministry to Herbert O’Hara’s mother
Informs Herbert O'Hara's mother that he is missing as a result of air operations on 3/4 May 1944.
Tail Section of Crashed Lancaster
The tail of a crashed Lancaster, identified in accompanying documentation as EE148 UM-S squared.
T Knox’s flying log book for flight engineers
Flying log book for flight engineers for T Knox, covering the period from 30 January 1944 to 17 January 1947. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and post war duties as a parachute instructor. He was stationed at RAF Stradishall, RAF…
SS Reprisal in the Carnia district following a partisan ambush
A mountain village following an attack. Large fires are burning everywhere and the remains of a building, machinery and a dead cow are visible. Corpses are lying on the ground. Civilians coming from the direction of the buildings are surrendering.…
Sind Open Boxing Tournament Programme
A programme for a boxing competition.
Santo Stefano Harbour
A vertical aerial photograph taken during an operation. The top left of the image is obscured by explosions and light flashes but much ground detail is visible on the image.
It is captioned '1211. Fog. 28/29 May 44 // N.T. 8" 9000' -> 135° 00.12…
It is captioned '1211. Fog. 28/29 May 44 // N.T. 8" 9000' -> 135° 00.12…
Sam Saunders's flying log book
Detailing his flying training and operations flown as navigator 16 January 1941 to 9 January 1946. He was stationed at RCAF Winnipeg (6 AOS), RCAF MacDonald (3 B&GS), RCAF Rivers (1 ANS), RAF Harwell (15 OTU), RAF Shallufa (38 and 40 Squadrons), …
Ronald Witty’s observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book
Observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book for A R Witty, navigator, covering the period from 1 April 1943 to 24 July 1946. Detailing his flying training, operations flown, Instructor duties and post war flying duties with 576 and 50 squadrons.…
Ronald Mathers pilots flying log book. One
Pilots flying log book for Ronald Mathers covering the period from 8 May 1942 to 30 September 1944. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at RAF Sywell, RAF De Winton, RAF Swift Current, RAF…
Ronald G Britt’s navigator’s air bomber’s and air gunner’s flying log book
Navigator’s air bomber’s and air gunner’s flying log book for Ronald G Britt, covering the period from 1 October 1943 to 26 May 1945. Detailing his flying training and operations flown. He was stationed at RAF Stormy Down, RAF Wymeswold, RAF…
Ron Carter's List of Operations
25 operations completed by Ron Carter.
Ron Carter's flying log book
Flying log book for Ron Carter from April 1944 to 18 July 1944. Detailing operations flown from RAF Dunholme Lodge. Aircraft flown was Lancaster. He carried out a total of 21 operations with 44 Squadron as an air gunner on the following targets in…
Roll of Honour - killed in action
F/O Kenneth Marriott DFC. Obituary. Second tour Pathfinder.
Robert Palmer's pilot's flying log book. Two
Robert Palmer’s RAF Pilot’s Flying Log Book from 12 May 1942 to 23 December 1944, detailing training and operations as a pilot and instructor. He was stationed at RAF Lossiemouth (No. 20 OTU), RAF Hullavington (No. 3 Flying Instructors School),…
Robert Miller’s observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book
Observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book for R B Miller, navigator, covering the period from 15 November 1942 to 10 April 1945. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at RCAF Winnipeg, RAF…
Robert George Sharland Pathfinder Badge Certificate
A certificate for Robert George Sharland awarding him the Pathfinder Force badge on 1st May 1944. The certificate details Sharland's rank, service number and awards. The certificate is signed by Donald Bennett, the commanding officer of the…
Robert Blamires' South African Air Force observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book
R G Blamires Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book covering the period from 25 November 1942 to 10 May 1946, detailing his flying training and operations flown as Navigator. He was stationed at South African AF Port Elizabeth (42 Air…
Rly. Mrshlg Yds-Nantes
Target photograph of Nantes railway marshalling yards. Partially obscured by smoke and dust, river Loire and bridge visible. Lower third of photograph urban area, street patterns visible. Captioned '7B', '893 SKELL 27/28.5.44 //NT 8" 8500' [arrow]…
Richard Franklin’s navigators, air bombers, air gunners and flight engineers flying log book
Wireless operators flying log book for Richard Franklin covering the period from 17th February 1943 to 19th July 1946. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at RAF Madely (4 Radio School), RAF Wigtown…
Rest camp Sorrento, Italy
Page captioned 'Rest camp Sorrento Sept 44, Bari en-route'. Six photographs, first Jack rowing, reverse captioned 'Sorrento Italy, 14/9/44, Rest camp 14 days. Darling xx 'ape Man, still love me? love Jack xxx'.
Second is of Jack with Johnny Green,…
Second is of Jack with Johnny Green,…
Reg Miles flying log book for flight engineers
Flying log book for R S Miles covering the period from 11 March 1944 to 28 February 1946 covers and front pages missing. Detailing his flying training and operations flown, together with his post war service in Transport Command. Includes details of…
Reg Manning's observer's and air gunner's flying log book
The Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Log Book covering the period 15 June 1941 to the 16 August 1963. Manning qualified first as an Air Gunner on the 4 July 1941 and second as a flight engineer on the 1 September 1941. He was commissioned on the 4…
Records and Notes
Peter's account of his early days training in Canada then his return across the Atlantic to Scotland.