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Order Wojenny Virtuti Militari
Metal cross decoration and ribbon. Two versions of the same image, the second submitted with information 'img144'.
Group of airmen
Six airmen wearing battledress standing in line on an airfield. Another airman wearing shirt and tie on a bicycle in the background left. Three versions of the same image, the second submitted with information 'img076' the third with 'img180'.
Two pilots and a member of the Women's Auxiliary Air Force
Two airmen wearing tunics with Polish pilot's brevet sitting on a soda and a female in uniform tunic sitting on the knee of airman on the left. Both airman are holding a pint beer glasses.
Parade march past
In the foreground right a formation of airmen marching eyes right led by an officer saluting right. On the left a group of senior officers. In the background a Wellington of 305 Squadron and hangars. On the reverse 'Parade for those who died'. Three…
Polish dignitaries
A group of Polish and other officers and civilians looking at an aircraft, just propeller visible. In the background hangars and church spires. Two versions of the same image, the second submitted with information 'img517'.
Squadron parade
Formations of airmen lined up on hardstanding outside hangar. In the background three Wellingtons. Two versions of the same image, the second submitted with information 'img140'.
Ambulance
Ambulance with red crosses on road with hut in the background. Two versions of the same image, the second submitted with information 'img187'.
Towed Target Section
A group of seven airmen some wearing tunics others in shirt sleeves all sitting outside a building. Sign on building 'Towed Target Section'. Two versions of the same image, the second submitted with information 'img165'.
Three aircrew
Three airmen standing in line two holding mugs, two wearing flying suits and Mae Wests, the other tunic and flying jacket. In the background other airmen, NAAFI truck and hangar.
Four airmen
Four airmen, one officer on the left and three Polish pilots on the right, all wearing tunics and side or peaked caps standing on hardstanding with hangar in the background.
Four Polish airmen
Four airmen wearing tunic or battledress each with medal and ribbon, and side caps standing in line with arms round each other. Airmen on left and right have Polish pilot's brevet.
Six aircrew
Six airmen wearing flying jackets and helmets standing in line in front of a Wellington. On the reverse a handwritten note in Polish.
Seven airmen
Seven Polish airmen, five wearing greatcoats with medals, one wearing battledress and the other a tunic, both also with medals. All standing in line with camouflage painted buildings in the background. Three versions of the same image, the second…
Note concerning photograph
Note in Polish with translation accompanying.
Unit photograph
A large group consisting officers, airmen, members of the Women's Auxiliary Air Force and catering staff (wearing white coats and headdress), all sitting and standing in five rows in front of a large two story building with windows. A large silver…
Airman with medal
Three-quarter length portrait of a Polish pilot officer wearing greatcoat with decoration and ribbon, and side cap. Brick wall in the background.
View of ship in port
In the foreground a serviceman in uniform with beret standing on a gang plank. In the background part of a ship.
Colour party and audience
In the foreground left a four man colour party weaning tunics and metal helmets. In the background right seated audience and to the left a hangar with a Polish Eagle painted on the door. On the reverse 'Parade to remember those who died'. Three…
The church at the parade
In the centre an open front tent with several clergy wearing white surpluses. Either side are two Wellingtons, one with 304 Squadron code letters, and a large group of people gather in front of the one on the right. On the reverse 'The church at the…
Formation of airmen
A large group of airmen wearing greatcoats and side caps standing in two lines on hardstanding. The upper part of an unidentified aircraft in the background. Three versions of the same image, the second submitted with information 'img077' and the…
Colour party
Four man colour party with furled colour wearing tunics and metal helmets marching to the left. On the left a servicemen saluting. In the background a group of servicemen saluting and other groups watching. In the distant background two Wellingtons.…
Bronislaw Soltysak being decorated by General Sikorski
A senior Polish officer awarding a decoration to a Polish pilot third man along in a long row of servicemen. Other officers look on. hangar in the background. On the reverse 'Grandad being decorated by General Sikorski, May 1942'. Two versions of the…
Parade
On the right an officer addresses a senior officer. On the left a formation of airmen on parade. In the background spectators and a hangar. Two versions of the same image, the second submitted with information 'img132'.
Senior officers and Wellington rear turret
Two senior Polish officers and other officers being briefed by a officer on the left while looking at the rear turret of a Wellington. Two versions of the same image, the second submitted with information 'img150'.
Flight Sergeant receiving his commission
On the left a flight sergeant wearing tunic and side cap stands in front of a senior Polish officer with microphone. Two other officers attend. A photographer is kneeling taking a shot in centre and spectators in front of hangar in the background, On…