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Flying Officer Frank Edward Claydon
An almost full length portrait of Frank.
Handwritten at the side is 'FO Frank Edward Claydon Killed in action on New Brunswick raid 13.01.1944 Sqn 166 130537 aged 35 yrs. Buried in Berlin Plot 14 A.3.'
Handwritten at the side is 'FO Frank Edward Claydon Killed in action on New Brunswick raid 13.01.1944 Sqn 166 130537 aged 35 yrs. Buried in Berlin Plot 14 A.3.'
Frank Edward Claydon
A half length portrait of Frank, in uniform with his Observer's brevet.
Underneath is handwritten 'Frank Edward Claydon 13/14 January 1944 130537 166 Sqn'.
Underneath is handwritten 'Frank Edward Claydon 13/14 January 1944 130537 166 Sqn'.
Table Mountain, Capetown
A view across housing to Table mountain.
On the reverse is handwritten ' "Table Mountain Cape Town'.
On the reverse is handwritten ' "Table Mountain Cape Town'.
Five Airmen
Five men in tropical gear arranged outside their tent.
Frank Claydon and baby
Frank is sitting in a garden and holding his daughter, Patricia. He is dressed in a suit.
Aircrew trainees
A group of trainees arranged in four rows a grassy field. On the reverse is handwritten 'With Love, Frank 13th Aug 1941'.
Aircrew trainees
Four rows of trainees arranged in front of St John the Apostle church, Montpellier road, Torquay.
Frank Claydon's Grave
A cross marking Frank's final resting place.
Frank Claydon on the beach
Frank sunbathing on a deck chair on a pebbly beach. He is wearing a jacket, plus fours, long socks and leather shoes. Behind is a row of beach huts.
On the reverse 'Frank Claydon'.
On the reverse 'Frank Claydon'.
Frank Claydon Skiing
Frank skiing, with a cat. Behind is a snow covered chalet.
List of Items and an Explanation of Frank's Job Offer Decision
A list of ornaments, vases, paintings and crockery. Also an explanation of why Frank's employment offer was rescinded.
Letter from Violet to Frank Claydon's Mother
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He asks her how it feels to be a grandmother. She describes the baby, Patricia.
Letter to Frank Claydon's Mother and Daughter from Violet and Patricia Claydon
The letter asks if they have heard from Frank, who is on his way to Capetown.
Patricia Anne Claydon's Birth Card
A card announcing the arrival of Patricia.
Compliment Slip accompanying Grave Photograph sent to Frank Claydon's Widow
The slip and photograph were sent to Frank's widow.
Frank Claydon
A memorial article about Frank telling of his professional and service life.
Frank Claydon's Memorial of Baptism
A memorial card presented on Frank's baptism.
Letter to Barnet UDC from Frank Claydon's Wife
A copy of a letter to the Council asking that no mention is made of the fact that her husband is missing.,
Letter to Editor of Barnet Press from Frank Claydon's Wife
A copy of a letter where Frank's wife asks that her husband being missing is kept out of the press.
Letter to Mr S Cass from Frank Claydon's Widow
This is a copy of a letter written to S Cass about Private Chattels' Insurance.
Letters to Frank Claydon's Widow from G B Thorneycroft
The first letter attaches the second letter and explanation. He asks if she and her baby are finding her new location satisfactory.
The second letter expresses sadness at the loss of Frank.
The second letter expresses sadness at the loss of Frank.
Frank Claydon's Last Will and Testament
Frank's will allocating everything to his wife, Violet.
Letter to Frank Claydon's Mother and Sister from Frank
He has been moved to a new airfield and does not know anyone although he likes his new pilot.
Letter from Frank Claydon to Evelyn
He thanks her for her letter and 'enclosures'. He is not feeling happy and wants to quit.
Letter from Frank Claydon to Violet
He thanks her for various items she has sent and discusses their financial situation.