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18 airmen arranged in two rows. Reg is third from right, front row. Underneath each man's name has been added.
Andreas Thalmeier
Memorial card for Private Andreas Thalmeier, from Rottenegg, who died on 16th August 1941 at the age of 21 years.
Declaration of Parole
A declaration signed by Reg that he would not escape or assist others to escape whilst on a walk outside the camp.
It includes two UK addresses.
It includes two UK addresses.
My POW Days - Postscript
Reg starts with a page about the Caterpillar Club then describes his life after the war. Over the years he had many reunions and he undertook research regarding the four crew members who died the night they were shot down. In 2001 he and 90 or so…
My Prisoner of War Days
Reg's account starting when he was shot down on an operation to Berlin. After Berlin he was transferred to Frankfurt for interrogation then by train to his camp. Camp life involved food, the preparation and acquisition of extra food by theft, trading…
Reg Wilson's Wartime Log
A notebook to be used for recording wartime activities. It contains an account of Reg's bale out, capture and time in Dulag Luft, Stalag 4B and Offlag 7B.Reg records his operational experiences the day he baled out. His captors were friendly but the…
Reg Wilson's Prisoner of War Certificate
The certificate lists Reg's studies whilst incarcerated as a prisoner of war.
Reg Wilson's Caterpillar Club Card
A membership card belonging to Reg including a Congratulations cover.
Advice to the Relative of a Man who is Missing
Government advice to grieving relatives
Schlafenraum or Bedspace
A poem about prisoner of war beds complete with two drawings illustrating camp life.
World and War News
German propaganda news from Berlin. The lead article refers to the plot to assassinate Hitler. Home news in brief is a collection of negative stories about Britain.
Extract from Reg Wilson's Log Book
12 pages from Reg Wilson's navigator's logbook covering the period 24 August 1943 to 20 January 1944. Details his heavy conversion training and operations with 102 Squadron flying Halifaxes. He flew 10 operations, all at night. Targets were…
Letter from Reg Wilson to his parents
Reg has been moved to another camp, on foot and at night. Their camp was liberated by the Americans. He is frustrated that he cannot get home since they are restricted to camp.
Postcard from Reg Wilson to his parents
Reg advises that his new home is Offlag VIIB. He sounds upbeat after receiving half a Christmas parcel.
Letter from Reg Wilson to his parents
This is his first letter from a prisoner of war camp. He is well and includes a list of items to be sent via the Red Cross.
Dulag Luft postcard from Reg Wilson to his parents
A postcard from Reg to his parents advising them that he is well in Dulag Luft.
Letter from Reg Wilson to his parents
A letter to Reg's parents with a note explaining what he had not included in the letter. The letter advises he reached Rufforth after an overnight train journey from London. He has started flying training trips. He has been to York to watch films. In…
Clear Lake, Manitoba
A postcard from Reg to his parents.
Mink Tunnel, Lake Superior
A postcard of the rail tracks leading into a tunnel. It is addressed to Reg's parents. He is travelling by train to Brandon, Manitoba.
American Falls, Niagara
A photograph of the Falls. On the reverse 'The American Falls with the boat "Maid of the Mist" in foreground. 30th June 1942'.
Postcard from Reg Wilson to his parents
A postcard of Niagara Falls from Reg to his parents.
Postcard from Reg Wilson to his parents
He is on leave at West Palm Beach, Florida with a colleague. The image is a drawing of a hotel and its patio.
Letter from Reg Wilson to his Family
The letter advises he is out of hospital but not flying yet. He describes his training activities. He has been a tourist in a local town. Then he went to a concert and dance.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Mother
The letter is written by the mother of Jack, the flight engineer on Reg's crew. She expresses sympathy whilst they are waiting for news, hoping that sharing their grief will be some comfort.
Letter to Reg Wilson's Parents
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The letter is from the mother of Ronald Charles Wilson. She is trying to find out if they have heard from Reg in case there has been a confusion about her son, Ronald.