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Letter to John Taplin's Parents from 408 Squadron
The letter advises that John's effects have been forwarded to the Central Depsoitory.
Letter to John Taplin's Parents from Educational Supply Association Ltd
The letter, from John's former employers, expresses sympathy that John is missing.
In Chains - Prisoner's Bids for Freedom
A cutting reporting John Taplin and a friend's attempt to escape.
Missing
A cutting reporting John Taplin is missing.
Sgt JA Taplin RAF Missing
A cutting with brief details about John Taplin.
Stevenage Airmen Missing
An article reporting that John Taplin and W Clarke are missing.
Telegram to John Taplin's Father
The message advises that John is missing.
Hubert Tatley and his crew
The crew are posed in two rows, the second item is a crew list with Next of kin.
The crew list is, Sgt Hazell, L.C, Pilot, Sgt Gardiner, E , Flight Engineer, Sgt Miller, W.T, Navigator, Sgt Tatley, H.T, Bomb Aimer, Sgt Sharples, E.F. Gunner, Sgt…
The crew list is, Sgt Hazell, L.C, Pilot, Sgt Gardiner, E , Flight Engineer, Sgt Miller, W.T, Navigator, Sgt Tatley, H.T, Bomb Aimer, Sgt Sharples, E.F. Gunner, Sgt…
Hubert Tatley
Three photographs of Hubert and family. The first is a formal portrait of Hubert, head and shoulders Sergeants stripes and air gunner badge.
The second shows him walking with another man down a broad pavement, he is dressed informally, a row of…
The second shows him walking with another man down a broad pavement, he is dressed informally, a row of…
Airmen at a celebratory meal
Around 40 aircrew at Kimberley Hotel are formally seated at three tables with tablecloths, glasses, and cutlery. It is captioned 'Blackpool, 2nd right.
Additional information kindly provided by Graham Walton and Robert Leach of the Unidentified…
Additional information kindly provided by Graham Walton and Robert Leach of the Unidentified…
Course photograph
Course and their instructors posed in four rows in front of a row of houses. Captioned 'Passing out, 7th right back row'.
Hubert Tatley, with four of his crew
Group portrait of five aircrew, two standing and three seated, against a neutral backdrop. Hubert Tatley is fourth from right.
Letter from John Taplin to his Family
He has not heard from them for a while but a parcel has arrived for him. He has not been busy. The food and accommodation are good.
Letter from John Taplin to his Family
He apologises again for not writing. He has been very busy. He is writing the letter in a field of poppies.
John Taplin's Service and Release Book
RAF Form 2520A issued to John, giving brief details of his service.
To My Wife and Sweetheart
A poem by John Taplin
Going on Leave
A booklet for ex-Prisoners of War.
This item is available only at the University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the University of Lincoln.
Letter to John Taplin's Father from British Red Cross
His father has not heard from his son for a while but the letter offers reassurance in that John has received parcels and cards.
Letter to John Taplin's Father from British Red Cross
The letter advises that the Red Cross has been officially informed that John is a prisoner of war.
Map of the Principal Camps for British and Dominion prisoners of war in Europe
A small scale map showing the location of prisoner of war camps. A typewritten note has been attached with corrections.
Telegram to John Taplin's Parents from RAF
The telegram states that John is a prisoner based on information from the International Red Cross.
Letter to John Taplin's Parents
The writer expresses sorrow that John is missing.
Letter to John Taplin's Parents
He writes that he is sorry that John is missing. He hopes that John will turn up safe and well.
Letter from 408 Squadron to John Taplin's Parents
The letter confirms that John is missing during an operation over Hamburg. The circumstances are not known.
Letter from John Taplin to his Family
He has been busy. He likes the Canadians at his new station.