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  • Tags: George VI, King of Great Britain (1895-1952)

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An extract from the London Gazette with the award of the AFC to James.

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BLazenbyHJLazenbyHJv1.pdf
Harold Jack Lazenby's autobiography.

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A letter from the King awarding him the DFC.
There is a second copy of the document with his DFC.

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MAnkersonR[Ser#-DoB]-180129-09.pdf
A detailed description of the education system undertaken in over 50 prisoner of war camps. Originally 28 subjects were taught but this ended as 84.
There is an illuminated section listing the tutors and lecturers and the subjects that were taught.

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The King and Queen express sympathy at his loss.

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Some personal details of Kenneth Saw with dates of enlistment and discharge. Includes mention of award of DFM. Mustered as mechanic, then air gunner and finally u/t pilot. Ranks was flight sergeant. Includes postings including 97 Squadron.

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Letter of sympathy from the King.

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A newspaper published on D-day with news of the invasion.

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Letter from Buckingham Palace and six mounted decorations. Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Force Cross, 1939–1945 Star, Air Crew Europe Star, Defence medal and War Medal 1939–1945.

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The note expresses regret that he is unable to present the award personally.

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Top: a group of tradesmen sitting on the steps of one of their mobile offices/workshops.
Bottom: King George VI with a group of senior officers including General Montgomery.

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The letter expresses sorrow at the loss of her husband.

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King George VI talking to senior officers, servicemen formed up on parade in background. Captioned 'The King at Antwerp'.

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Left - Letter from HM King George about presenting his colour to the RAF.
Right - photograph showing RAF guard of honour parading with sloped rifles. Captioned 'Drilling the Guard of Honour A.O.C.'s inspection St Athan 1953'.

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Two photographs of King George inspection RAF airmen at Bicester. Arnold is second behind the King.

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Regrets being unable to give him award personally.

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Letter of sympathy from the King to Mrs K Gill

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BBainesCOBrienCv1.pdf
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.

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MWestonF126909-161113-01.pdf
A obituary for Fred describing his life before, during and after his wartime service.

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Fred's life story from early days sneaking downstairs to drink the dregs at his parent's public house, playing rugby and studying hard, becoming an accountant, learning to be an accurate rifle shooter then joining the RAF as a an air gunner. He…

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The letter from the KIng expresses sympathy at the loss of his son.

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Details of events leading to Operation Manna.

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A scroll commemorating AK Fearnside's service for his country.

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A scroll awarded to the family of Bill in honour of his sacrifice during the war.

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The brief letter expresses sympathy at the loss of her husband.

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