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Letter from Jack Darby to Jean
He has transferred to Scampton. He describes his journey back to base. He doesn't much like Lincoln - too many RAF and not enough beer, food or cinemas. Food and accommodation at the base are very good. He asks about V-1s.
Letter from Jack Darby to Jean
He discusses what flying he has to do to complete his course. He is pleased with his new wireless operator who is also a pianist.
Letter from Jack Darby to Jean
He writes about his journey back to base. His crew has a new wireless operator. He explains the complications about his next leave.
Letter from Jack Darby to Jean
He describes his return trip to his camp and films he has watched.
Letter from Jack Darby to Jean
He has transferred from Ireland to Oxfordshire. He states that he will be busy flying. Accommodation and food are good. He has been playing tennis.
Letter from Bill Lord to his Sister
He asks Lynne if she has recovered from her flu, explains he has joined a crew with a very experienced pilot, he asks her to arrange beer if his pilot comes to visit her, he asks about Stanley and mentions his pay rise.
Memo for Mr Bower
The memo refers to F G Bower's body which is being transported to Hucknall by train.
Telegram
A telegram with the words 'Can be made RAF Upper Heyford'
Letter to Mr H A Bower
The letter refers to his son's personal effects.
Letter to Mr HA Bower
The letter informs Mr Bower that his son has been killed in an aircraft accident.
Letter to Mr H A Bower
The letter is attached to F G Bower's RAF badges and stripes.
Telegram to MR H A Bower
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The telegram asks if a service funeral is required for his son. A handwritten reply states that this is not required and he is to sent to Hucknall Central.
Telegram to Mr H A Bower
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The text of a telegram sent to F G Bower's father informing him that his son has lost his life in an accident.
Letter to Mr H A Bower
The letter expresses regret and sympathy on the loss of his son in a flying accident.
Letter from Donald Baker to his mother
Few lines to let her know he is OK. Still near Oxford but should be finished soon. Should get leave before reporting to new station. Writes that he had been crewed up and describes crew as one Rhodesian, an Australian observer, a wireless operator…
Letter from Donald Baker to his mother
Writes that he is still doing operational training on the Hampden which he describes as safe. Mentions visiting Bicester which is closer that Oxford but has two picture houses. Writes of different terminology between English and Rhodesians. Mentions…
Letter from Donald Baker to his mother
Writes that he is now at new station (Upper Heyford) and recounts recent activities. Says he now a pilot officer and describes recent leave in London and Somerset as well as catching up with family news. Goes on to describe leave in Scotland and…
Letter from Ursula Valentine to her husband John Valentine
Thanks him for his letter telling story and letter from station padre. Writes she is continuing spring cleaning and about flowers and plants in the garden. Mentions plans for future domestic activity.
Postcard from Ursula Valentine to her husband John Valentine
Writes that she has many things to do before her journey and is sorry that his Boxing Day activities were so beery. Mentions that Mrs Stenzel left that morning. Comments on weather and baby.
Postcard from Ursula Valentine to her husband John Valentine
Writes about her recent purchases and wishes him luck at Halton.
Letter from Bill Akrill to his mother
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Bill has now received his posting and is coming home on leave. Rushing about clearing out and saying goodbye to friends.
Letter from Bill Akrill to his mother
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Bill starts with domestic matters and catch up with home news. Writes that nearly everyone has finished course and they did last trip previous evening. Their pilot is now fit again.
Has visited his local friends, who work very hard but are so…
Has visited his local friends, who work very hard but are so…
Letter from Bill Akrill to his mother
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Thanks for parcel and letter. No leave for about 3 weeks, nearly finished course. Mentions pilot has injured his knee and may need to get a staff pilot soon to finish their training hours. Mentions local friends and stricter two-way censorship now in…
Letter from Bill Akrill to his mother
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Writes of only a few trips to do on course including war load. Leave due when course finished. Plans for journey home but will not know exactly when. Mentioned going to chapel and supper with friends.
Letter from Bill Akrill to his mother
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Starts with domestic issues. Will be sorry to leave Upper Heyford as made many friends. Mentions slippery roads locally and writes of activities. Will be there for another 3 weeks. Concludes with reminiscences of home.