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Transcript of My life in the RAF
Transcript of F Dunn's memoir describing life before and after joining the RAF. Includes induction and starting off in the RAF in England and then sea voyage to South Africa and then initial training in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.
The memories of LAC Fred Perkins
Covers joining the RAF, training as an engineer and first posting to RAF Christchurch which undertook radar research. Writes of life and flying as observer in Fairey Battle on radar measurement flights. The unit then moved to RAF Defford. Goes on to…
Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve notice paper
To Norman Powell. Notice given at the time of him offering to join RAFVR. Lays down general conditions.
The Boy from Augusta by Frank J Allnutt
This is part of John Allnutt's life story, from when he was a teenager on the family farm in Australia just before the war, joining the Royal Australian Air Force, his aircrew training in Australia. It continues with his journey across the Pacific,…
Interview with Bill Bailey
Bill Bailey was born in Stafford. After finishing school he went to work for the Post Office Telephones service as a telegram boy. He decided to join the Royal Air Force and began training as a rear gunner at RAF Dalcross. He joined 31 Squadron of…
Interview with Don Crossley
Don Crossley was born in South Emsall in 1924. He tells of his time before the war working at Upton Colliery before joining the Royal Air Force. He volunteered and trained initially as a wireless operator / air gunner. He tells of his experience at…
Interview with Thomas Charles Arthur Long
Thomas Charles Arthur Long was born in Quorn, England. He was in the Home Guard and worked at Brush as a draughtsman, also gaining a Higher National Certificate from Loughborough College. He decided to join the RAF being that the only way to get out…
Interview with John Green
John Green was born on the 22nd of September 1921 in Penge, South East London. He registered for the Royal Air Force to prevent being called up by the Army and was drafted in 1942. He was posted to the Isle of Man, where he volunteered as a drogue…
Letter to Fred Edwards from the RAF
The letter asks Fred to consider returning to the RAF.
Letter to James Banks from the Air Ministry
From the director of manning regretting that James Bank's re-enlistment in the air force cannot be authorised.
Conditions of entry and service in the pilot section of the Royal Air Force reserve
Provides notes for information of candidates including age limits, nationality, education, flying experience, classes ineligible, selection and medical, period of engagement, rank, liabilities, foreign powers, discharge, training, financial, travel,…
RAF volunteer reserve (wireless operator/air gunner section) notes for the information of candidates
Information for candidates including age limits, nationality, education, classes ineligible, residence in UK, serving in other branches, selection and medical, period of engagement, rank, liabilities, service with foreign power, discharge, training,…
Royal Air Force volunteer reserve form of application for enlistment for five years' service for flying duties
Filled out form for Dennis Raettig with personal details, nationality, parents details, any convictions, education and employment. Followed by details of nearest elementary and reserve flying school and type of course required. Completed with two…
Conditions of entry and service in the aircraft crew selection (air observers)
For entry to Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, notes for information of candidates. Covers introduction, conditions of entry and service, training, financial provision and general note. Concludes with appendix on medical examination.
A Guide for Airmen on joining the RAF
AM Pamphlet 130 giving guidance on expected behaviour, Leave, NAAFI health and work.
Letter to Colin McDermott from Air Ministry
The letter commands Colin to attend a selection board at Padgate.
Your Place in the Air Crew Team
A booklet issued to RAF volunteers on arrival at a Receiving Centre. It summarises what is about to happen to the volunteer.
A Message of Welcome
A letter welcoming Jack into the RAF.
Women's Auxiliary Air Force - Notes for the Information of Candidates
Notes to encourage women to enlist in the RAF.
Join the WAAF - Help the RAF
A brochure encouraging women to joing the WAAF.
RAFVR Notes for the Information of Candidates
Detailed notes about what is expected from candidates for the RAF Volunteer Reserve.
Malcolm Staves' Enlistment Notice
A document requiring Malcolm Staves to enlist in the RAF on 16 February 1943.
Letter to Malcolm Staves
A letter requiring Malcolm Staves to attend a medical examination in Hessle.
Malcolm Staves' Grade Card
On completion of his medical Malcolm Staves was allocated a grade card at Grade One level.
John Shipman's Enlistment Notice
To report to No.3 RAF Recruitment Centre Padgate.