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Cramond Parish Church
A letter to Andrew's mother expressing sympathy and recalling a story from the flying corps in the First World War.
Cramond Parish Church
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A letter to Andrew's mother expressing sympathy and recalling a story from the Flying Corps in the First World War.
God holds your hand
An extract from Isaac 41:13
Next of kin crew Lancaster LM381
A list of the seven members of the crew with their names, duty, service number, religion and address.
St Swithun's Prayer Book
The covers of a prayer book. In the frontispiece is a dedication to Geoffrey Herbert Clarke confirmed in the Church of St Michael, RAF Cosford.
Hymn for the RAF
A torn postcard showing the poem 'Hymn for the RAF' by Patience Strong. A quote from the Prime Minister is printed on the reverse 'Let us all strive without failing in faith or in duty.'. The poem was found in the wallet of Sergeant Eric Bailey.
Pledge of Victory Cross
Dark brown Bakelite pledge of victory cross, found in Sergeant Eric Bailey's wallet. Measures approximately 5 cm by 3cm and depicts the crucifixion in relief on the front. There are indecipherable letters in a scroll above Christ's head. There…
Letter from Jim Hughes to his father
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Jim hopes that his father is keeping the German prisoners of war busy. He mentions operations to Dulmen, Starkrade and Osnabrück, the weather and how much he looks forward to going on leave and his relationship with Maisie.
Letter from Jim Hughes to his father
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News to say that Jim is keeping well and describing his recent operation to Recklinghausen. Jim apologises that the letter is so short but he is very busy.
Harrold Bratley - biography
Relates early life and employment before the war. Was RAF reserve and was called up at beginning of the war. Mentions training including operational training unit before joining 9 Squadron. Includes letter describing in some detail his first…
Bible
Inscribed to 'A.C.2. 1061081. Tom McMahon' and including a message from the King to all serving in the forces and 'all people engaged in the defence of the realm'. The Royal Air Force emblem, with motto 'Per Adua Ad Astra', is imprinted on the front…
Two prayers
First - extract from service with Lords prayer - Second - prayer and grace
Church service instructions
Personal notes of actions during church service.
Communicants manual
Page with note in memory of Kenneth Smiths confirmation.
An airman's prayer
Booklet with prayers for morning, evening, in time of difficulty, in time of danger, in time of anxiety and a pilot's prayer.
Noel Pearce's communion card
A communion card issued to Noel whilst at Stalag IVB.
New Testament Bible
Front and index pages of a bible.
New Testament Bible
A bible sent to Noel Pearce whilst a prisoner of war.
Letter from Alan North to his parents
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Alan writes that he has received a parcel from his parents. He is being kept busy. There is plenty of sport and he has been to communion. He asks for a compass set, ruler, clean rags and pyjamas. The food in the mess is very good.
Letter from Alan North to his parents
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Alan apologises for not having written for a while. He has been trying, without success, to arrange bed and breakfast for his parents. They have had a visit from Canon Swan who has been lecturing on practical Christianity.
Prisoner of war theatre, POWs and outdoor church service
#1 is a theatrical performance with 18 performers.
#2 is inside a barracks with many prisoners of war in various uniforms and clothing.
#3 is an outdoor church service with a large group of attendees. Many have a triangle on the backs of their…
#2 is inside a barracks with many prisoners of war in various uniforms and clothing.
#3 is an outdoor church service with a large group of attendees. Many have a triangle on the backs of their…
Doug Box's Confirmation
A card used at Doug's confirmation aged thirteen.
Harry Brabin memoir
Harry joined the Royal Australian Air Force on 25 June 1942 as a wireless operator/air gunner and received his initial training in Australia before going to Canada for his trade training.
He sailed on the SS Johan Van Barneve to San Francisco and…
He sailed on the SS Johan Van Barneve to San Francisco and…
Decorated cross
Front and reverse of a decorated cross with 'Trust in the Lord'.
Certificate of Baptism
Certificate recording Bob Butler's baptism at St Paul's , Carlton on 'August 23 1914', signed by the Rector.