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Navigational computation and a chart for an operation to Gremberg Marshalling Yards, Cologne.

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Navigational Computation and a chart for an operation to Krefeld.

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Navigational computation and a chart for an operation to Munchen-Gladbach.

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Navigational computations and a chart for an operation to Wiesbaden.

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Navigational computations and a chart for an operation to Dortmund-Huckarde Coking Plant.

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Navigational computations and a chart for an operation to Hohenbudberg, Krefeld, marshalling yards.

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Navigational computations and a chart for an operation to Wesel.

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Navigational computations and chart for an operation to Gelsenkirchen.

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Navigational computation and chart for an operation to Gelsenkirchen.

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Navigational computation and chart for an operation to Dortmund.

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Navigational computation and chart for an operation to Recklinghausen.

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Navigational computation for an operation to Hamm. Also included is a vertical aerial photograph taken during the bombing operation.

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A description of an operation over Berlin when the crew had to travel with all their personal kit because they were transferring to a new airfield.

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BHumesELHumesELv1.pdf
Recalls joining the RAF as a flight mechanic in 1939 and then employed as a barrage balloon operator. Describes his subsequent selection for aircrew and training in London, St Andrews, Manchester and in advanced navigation at Dumfries. Next covers…

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A menu for Christmas dinner held in the Officers' Mess signed by some of the participants.

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Summary of Bob Butler's RAF career written by his nephew, Richard (Dick) Heslop. Describes Bob Butler's training and operations with 'No. 11 OTU', 99 Squadron and 218 Squadron.

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Peter Morris lived through the East End blitz. He joined the ATC as soon as it was established and applied to join the RAF as aircrew. He was accepted for training as a navigator. While waiting for a course he was part of a group that was sent to…

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BMillingtonRWestonFv1.pdf
A biography of Fred. In addition it includes histories of aircraft and squadrons he served in, Details are included of airfields he served at. Additionally there are biographies of various servicemen associated with Fred's squadrons and service.
At…

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Letter confirming that her son, George Robinson, is missing, presumed dead and describing the circumstances surrounding his loss. It is dated 13 May 1944 and carries the reference: "514/C.2051/10/P.1." Most of the text is typed but a handwritten…

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Sidney Cooper was born in Blackpool and speaks about his early life there. He joined the Royal Air Force in 1941. He first served as an engine fitter in Fighter Command before remustering as aircrew. He flew operations as a flight engineer with 427…

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During the war, Eddie Humes flew as a navigator on Lancasters with 514 Squadron. In May 1939, he chose to join the RAF instead of going to work in the mines. He was initially expected to be posted as a rigger on aircraft but was then sent to a…

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MSaintTJ1452007-180212-01.pdf
Diary from joining the RAF in may 1941, through training as groundcrew and then volunteered for aircrew and eventually trained as air gunner and posting to 514 Squadron. Describes operations while on the squadron and notes details and losses.…

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Seven aircrew leaving a Lancaster 'A’, parked on a dispersal with bomb doors open following a daylight operation to Duisburg 14 October 1944. All aircrew are wearing life vests, carrying crew bags and helmets; two wearing Sidcot suits, two with…

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Seven airmen in flying gear standing at the rear of a Lancaster. On the reverse are signatures of the seven airmen.

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Seven airmen standing at the rear of their Lancaster. They are wearing their flying gear. On the reverse -
'W Hough M.U.G.
R Bridge R/G
P. Rahill F/E
S Highfield WOP
B Vineberg B.A.
J.F. Ness Pilot
all the best
M.A. Catty Nav'

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