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Camp Football Match
A football match watched by a very large number of prisoners. It is captioned 'De appelplaats als voetbalveld met interland aspiraties' and translated as 'The parade ground as a football field with international aspirations'.
Camp Procession
A procession of prisoners led by clerics, through the camp. It is captioned 'De hoofd kamp straat (een processie van de Fransche krijgsgevangenen)' and translated as 'Main Camp Street (a procession of the French prisoners of war)'.
Stalag IVB Watch Tower
A watch tower at one of the corners of the camp. It is captioned 'Een vande zes om bet kamp staande watchtorens' and translated as 'One of the six watchtowers standing around the camp'.
Inside a Barrack hut
Six prisoners sitting inside a barrack. It is captioned 'Interieur van een der grote barakken' and translated as 'Interior of one of the large barracks'.
French Prisoners of War Released from M Stammlager IV B
French prisoners of war walking free out of the Camp. They are wearing greatcoats and carrying suitcases. It is captioned 'In vrijheid gestelde Fransche krijggevangenen passeren' and translated as 'Passing freed French prisoners of war'.
Cecil O'Brien Biography
A biography of Cecil written by his niece. It is based on letters he wrote to his brother, Colleen's father. She explains his training and the various locations where he served. He was lost 27 January 1944 over Berlin.
Bomber Command and Notes of Some of My Experiences During 1941-1945
Reg summarises Bomber Command's role in the war then details his personal experiences from training days. He covers in detail the navigational techniques he used. He describes the operation he was on when he was shot down.
Weather Charts 20 January 1944
Two weather charts dated 20 January 1944. The first shows the UK weather and the second the situation in the Northern Hemisphere.
Sketch map of Halifax Crash Site
A sketch map of where Reg's Halifax crashed after being shot down. Information supplied with the collection states that the sketch was drawn by an eyewitness, Dr Pincus.
Map of Centre & Mainly Eastern Area of Berlin
A copy of a map showing the crash site of the Halifax, LW 337 and their target of Hitler's Chancery.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Parents
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The letter expresses sadness that Reg has been reported missing. The writer, Gladys, hopes to come over to visit them.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Mother
The letter asks Mrs Wilson to return Reg's order book. She will then receive ten shillings and sixpence each week from the RAF agents.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Mother
The letter acknowledges receipt of Reg's order book. She will now receive a monthly payment of ten shillings and sixpence per week.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Mother
The letter asks if Reg has made private arrangements to send her funds.
Telegram to Reg Wilson's Father
The message states that Reg is a prisoner of war.
Postcard to Reg Wilson's Mother
A prisoner of war postcard written by Reg's crew mate, John Bushell advising that Reg has been transferred to Offlag 7B.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Father
The letter expresses sadness that Reg is missing.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Mother
The letter advises that Reg's payment of ten shillings and sixpence will be paid to her from Reg's salary.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Father
The letter encloses a statement of Reg's account.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Father
The letter is from the father of Reg's pilot. He has just received a telegram saying his son is a prisoner of war.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Father
The letter advises that Reg has been promoted to Flying Officer.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Father
The letter regrets to advise that nothing further has been heard about Reg.
Letter to Cecil O'Brien's Father
The letter advises that his son died in a crash near Berlin although his body has not been identified.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Parents
The letter advises that he is trying to find out news about Reg.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Mother
The letter sympathises with her regarding Reg being reported missing.