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Letter to David Donaldson from Hank Cooper
Letter to David Donaldson from Hank Cooper written post war. Hank gives news of his activities, people and the departure of wartime colleagues. He writes of pet dog and going to London to see semi-finals of Royal Air Force individual squash…
Letter to officer commanding no 8 school of training
From RAF records office noting that it was planned that Bill Eyles attend investiture at Buckingham palace for award of Distinguished Flying Medal on 4 December 1945. Asks that he be supplied with railway warrant and details when the actual…
Letter to I R Jenkinson from RAF records office
Forwards citation from London Gazette on the award of a Distinguished Flying Medal to his son Peter. Would be presented to his legal next of kin by the King.
William Homewood's Royal Air Force Navigator’s, Air Bomber’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book
W R Homewood’s Navigator’s, Air Bomber’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book covering the period from 2 May 1944 to 12 March 1945, detailing his flying training and operations flown as Air Bomber. He was stationed at SAAF East London (41 Air…
RAF personnel documentation - C W Eyles
Gives personal details. Notes awarded DFM (presented by the King) and Pathfinder badge. Lists postings to 78 and 35 Squadrons, mustering, promotions and qualifications.
Award promulgated in the London Gazette dated 7th December 1945
A notification to Clifford Watson about his DFC. Citation includes that in his numerous operations 'he has invariably displayed the utmost fortitude, courage and devotion to duty'.
Warrant to Edmund Thomas Neale
A warrant issued to Ted Neale notifying him of his appointment to Warrant Officer.
Leonard Dorricott's observer's and air gunner's flying log book
Royal Canadian Air Force observer's and air gunner's flying log book for Sergeant Leonard Dorricott from 27 November 1942 to 21 January 1946. Detailing training schedule, instructional duties and operations flown. Trained in Miami, Florida and served…
Christmas Card
Christmas card with a photograph of Mosquito, TA118 on the front. Captioned '140 Wing RAF Gutersloh BAFO BAOR December 1945.' It is signed 'Phyll and Jim' and has a handwritten comment 'How do you like my [pal?] on nose of A/C?'.
Leonard Green’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 Flight Sergeant Leonard Green, wireless operator, covering the period from 15 December 1942 to 20 January 1946. He was stationed at RAF Manby, RAF Wigtown, RAF Bitteswell, RAF…
Bremerhaven
Oblique aerial photograph taken at low level showing port facilities, buildings, rail sidings and several vessels. The port is Bremerhaven. In the centre two waterways separated by a spur of land covered with dockyard buildings and cranes. On the…
Leave or Duty Ration Card
A card allowing Jose to buy food.
John Omerod invitation to investiture at Buckingham Palace
Notes that the King will hold investiture at Buckingham Palace on 4 December 1945.
Award of Distinguished Flying Medal
Letter to I R Jenkinson informing him of award of DFM to his son. Enquires whether he will go to Buckingham Palace to receive it.
Letter to Harold Fry's father from the Air Ministry
Informs him that a war gratuity of £31 10s 0d was payable in respect of services of his son.
Frank Hobbs war gratuity payment
Letter to Mrs K M Hobbs informing her that a war gratuity of £32 16 s is payable in respect of service of Flight Sergeant F J Hobbs.
Navigation chart for Operation Dodge 3
Geoff did three Operation Dodge flights, two with No 103 Squadron and this one with 57 Squadron.
Navigation log sheet (Form 441/2) for Operation Dodge
Flight from RAF Scampton to Naples carrying supplies.
Navigation log (Form 441/1) for Operation Dodge
Flight from RAF Scampton to Naples carrying supplies.
Life as a prisoner of war
After baling out on 12 September 1944 and evading with the flight engineer for 8 days was captured. Describes move to Dulag Luft and journey to Stalag Luft VII. Gives detailed description of camp and activities. At the end quotes some extracts from…
Letter to Cathie from Ford Killen
Quotes from a poem and wishes her happy upcoming Christmas. Speculates on her coming to the United States and possible future. Mentions his worse traits. Says he has looked at other girls but keeps remembering her who made him so happy. Continues…
Letter from Emile Witmeur to Roy Langlois and report of crash landing and subsequent attempted escape of crew aided by Belgian escape line
Writes that he had not found out how Langlois was arrested but it seem that the Belgian he was with had been betrayed. Asks about his activates after the war and tells a little of his own. Says he is enclosing report. Report covers the crash landing…
Sergeants' Mess RAF Maison Blanche Xmas Menu 1945
A menu signed by Ted Neale and others for the Christmas meals. Final page has 'ETH Neale, his effort'.
Interview with Ronald Mather
Upon leaving school, Ronald was employed first as a pawnbrokers assistant, followed by butchers assistant. In 1943, upon reaching the age of 18 he followed his brothers footsteps and enlisted in the Royal Air Force. After initial training, he…
Bill Eyles invitation to investiture
Invitation to investiture at Buckingham Palace for award of Distinguished Flying Medal on 4 December 1944.