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Ceylonese in the RAF (1939-45)
Lists of Ceylonese in three batches and miscellaneous arrivals who volunteered for and joined the RAF with some details of their service. Includes b/w photograph of Sergeant Rex De Silva in 1943.
Squadron Leader John Rawsthorn Rainford DFC and bar
Short note of dates and service in Royal Artillery and RAF. Killed in action at Sola, Norway on 21 February 1942
Record of service, education and professional qualifications
Made out for Charles Robert Cuthill. Gives years of service in RAF and brief history of service. Includes specialist symbols - flying instructor and lists decorations.
Charles Cuthill
Head and shoulders portrait of an airman wearing battledress with pilot's brevet and medal ribbons (including Distinguished Flying Cross). Captioned 'Charles Cuthill, c 1950's'. On the reverse 'Photos of Charles Cuthill'.
Charles Cuthill
Head and shoulders portrait of an airman wearing battledress with pilot's brevet and Distinguished Flying Cross ribbon. Signature underneath. captioned 'Charles Cuthill c. post WW2 before war medals but with DFC awarded in 1945'.
Harold North and Pete Brothers 1942
Two pilots sitting reading. On the reverse 'Harold North & Pete Brothers 1942'.
DFC Awards
Four airmen wearing their DFCs. On the reverse 'DFC Awards'.
Eight Seated Airmen
Eight airmen seated in a tent. Information supplied with the collection states 158 squadron, Lissett, Johnny Johnson crew.
There is a second copy with details on the reverse of each man, his crew position and his address.
There is a second copy with details on the reverse of each man, his crew position and his address.
Award of DFC and bar to Harold Southgate
Two cuttings, the first from the Essex County Telegraph 16th October 1943 announcing the award of a Bar to Harolds D.F.C. The other records the award of the D.F.C. No dates or publication.
The Eulogy for Squadron Leader Anthony David Lambert
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A biography of Anthony David Lambert. He joined the RAFVR at age 19. He was shot down over the Baltic Sea and was able to swim ashore, where he was captured. He took part in the Long March. After the war he remained in the RAF.
JH Bird
A head and shoulders portrait of JH Bird, DFC.
Flying Officer James Harry Bird DFC
A summary of JH Bird's postings in the RAF.
JH Bird
A head and shoulders portrait of JH Bird, in uniform.
Crew of Lancaster ED908
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Seven photographs of the crew of ED908. Each man is captioned. A main caption reads 'Crew of Lancaster ED908 (60-Z) lost on 20 July 1944, attacking a V-1 site, Foret du Croc, France'.
Crew of Lancaster ED908 (60-Z)
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Seven photographs of the crew. Each man has his photograph and named captioned. A further caption refers to the loss of the Lancaster at Foret du Croc.
Tom Bower's Grave
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A temporary grave in France with Tom's name and three of his crew.
Letter to James Foulsham's Mother
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The letter advises that her late son has been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. The letter includes a brief description regarding the award.
Squadron Leader James Foulsham - Extracts from Service Record
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A summary of James RAF service - 63 operational sorties.
Sorties Flown by James Foulsham and John Swarbrick in 109 Squadron
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A summary of sorties flown by the two men.
James Foulsham's decorations
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James' DFC and AFC medals, in their cases.
James Foulsham's Father and Wife
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James' father and widow at Buckingham Palace receiving his medals.
James Foulsham's Grave
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A grave in France with the names of four crew members: J Foulsham, J Swarbrick, GB Aungiers and T Bower.
Crew of Lancaster ED908 (60-Z)
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Seven photographs of the crew of Lancaster ED908. Each man and his trade are captioned.
Crew of Lancaster ED908 (60-Z)
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Seven photographs of the eight crew of ED908. Each man is identified by name and trade.
This item was sent to the IBCC Digital Archive already in digital form. No better quality copies are available.
This item was sent to the IBCC Digital Archive already in digital form. No better quality copies are available.
Crew of Lancaster ED908 (60-Z)
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Seven photographs of the eight crew of ED908. Each man is identified by name and trade.