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Bob Butler's Decorations
Three medals and ribbons and a printed leaflet describing the campaign stars, clasps and medals instituted in recognition of service in the war of 1939-45. An accompanying printed slip identifies the medals awarded posthumously to Bob Butler. His…
Air Gunner Brevets and Pilot's Brevet
Four cloth air gunner's brevets and one cloth pilot's brevet.
RAF Other Ranks' Brass Hat Badge and RCAF Brass Button
Other Ranks' brass RAF hat badge with split pin and brass RCAF button with split pin.
Brass RAF Side Cap Badge
Brass side cap badge with a crown and eagle. Reverse shows 3 screws with threaded washers.
RNZAF Brass Button
Brass button embossed with a crown, the letters N Z and an eagle. Reverse embossed with manufacturer's name 'Firmin' and 'London'. The button has a brass split pin. Button was given to Bob Butler by Captain Jim Dermody of the RNZAF. …
RAF Brass Buttons
Collection of brass buttons embossed with RAF insignia. Reverse embossed with 'Firmin' (the manufacturer) and 'London'. One button has a brass split pin and another has a brass split ring.
Bob Butler's Identity Tag
A grey/green hexagonal identity tag embossed with the name 'Butler', service 'RAF', religion 'CE' and service number '744911'. The reverse side is blank.
Wellington Bomber Model
A wooden model of a Wellington Bomber that Bob Butler gave to his 10 year old nephew, Dick Heslop. Dick was told that the model had been painted with the genuine paints used to paint aircraft. The letters LN B, indicating 99 squadron, are painted…
Looking back to D-Day
Expressing thanks and acknowledging the sacrifices made by Bomber Command.
Debt owned by Allied Command
With thanks to Sir Arthur T Harris for support provided and complimenting him on his performance in the Caen area.
Propeller overspeeding
Detailed instructions provided to captains and flight engineers with hand written notes and underlining.
Rabbit Mascot
A small stuffed toy rabbit wearing a green top and brown dungarees. It was the mascot of Squadron Leader R E Millichap.
Phillip Ward’s Royal Canadian Air Force Observer’s and Air Gunner’s Flying Log Book.
Phillip Ward’s Flying Log Book as an Air Gunner/Wireless Operator and Bomb Aimer from 14th April 1941 until 24th August 1945. Initial training at No. 2 Wireless School, RCAF Calgary, then No. 2 Bombing and Gunnery School and 20 Operational Training…
Last of the Tail Gun Charlies - Ronald Carter's Biography
Biography of Warrant Officer Ronald Carter (1620578 Royal Air Force).
At the age of 17, Ronald volunteered to join the Royal Air Force in November 1942. After basic training, Ronald was selected for gunnery and wireless operator training, becoming…
At the age of 17, Ronald volunteered to join the Royal Air Force in November 1942. After basic training, Ronald was selected for gunnery and wireless operator training, becoming…
Bob Butler as a child
Bob Butler as a child in a studio photograph, wearing a peaked cap with a badge and reefer jacket with metal button. He is holding a pair of gloves. The cover of the photograph identifies the photographic studio as Britannia's Studios which had…
Bob Butler in uniform with crew at RAF Waterbeach
Group of 6 airmen in uniform in formal pose standing in front of an aircraft. The letters LN-B are visible on the aircraft. All 6 men are wearing side caps. Three men on the front row are wearing flying jackets. Reverse annotated with: '99 Sqn…
Bob Butler's Observer's and Air Gunner's Flying Log Book
Observer's and air gunner's flying log book for Pilot Officer Bob Butler covering 22 September 1940 to 23 September 1942 detailing training flights, air tests and operations.
Served at RAF Jurby, RAF Bassingbourn, RAF Newmarket, RAF Waterbeach, RAF…
Served at RAF Jurby, RAF Bassingbourn, RAF Newmarket, RAF Waterbeach, RAF…
Netherfield Officer Missing After Night Bombing Raid
Newspaper article reporting an interview with Bob Butler's mother after she had been informed that he was missing. A head and shoulders photograph of Bob Butler in uniform is included.
The Sphere Magazine Volume CLXV Number 2153
Magazine, incorporating 'The Graphic', published in London 'April 26 1941' comprising a blue and red front cover of advertisements and 31 pages (printed in black and white) of photographs and articles describing campaigns and reporting news. Bob…
Certificate of Posting of a Registered Postal Packet
Proof of posting certificate, stamped 'Nottingham' and dated '25 AP 46'. Addressed to 'C/O Central Depository, RAF Colnbrook, Slough'.
Letter from Imperial War Graves Commission
Letter dated '12 Oct 1951' explaining the duty of the Imperial War Graves Commission in commemorating members of 'His Majesty's Forces, from all parts of the British Commonwealth and Empire, who died in the 1939/45 war.' and their intention to erect…
Confidential Notice for relatives of missing RAF airmen.
Notice explaining and reminding relatives that information regarding 'date, place, circumstances of a casualty, and particularly any reference to the unit concerned might give valuable information to the enemy' and should not be disclosed or…
Advice to the relative of a man who is missing
Description of the processes followed to trace missing men and determine whether they are prisoners of war.
Brief Statement of Service and Certificate of Discharge (RAF Form 1394)
Form dated '7 August 1941' detailing Bob Butler's discharge or transfer on his appointment to a temporary commission. Details his proficiency as an Air Gunner, describes his physical characteristics and includes a brief statement on his character…
George Robinson
A head and shoulders portrait of George Robinson in uniform with white training flash on his field service cap.
On the reverse is written: "From Mrs R Tempest Wilsford Nr Grantham. Please return this" and in a different hand: "To Eileen. All my…
On the reverse is written: "From Mrs R Tempest Wilsford Nr Grantham. Please return this" and in a different hand: "To Eileen. All my…