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lancaster45 · lancaster45

Trying to track down my fathers crew or surviving family. Dad, "Flight Seargent James Brown Robertson" 115 Squadron Witchford May-August 1944. His crew as follows: Navigator G. McLune, Bomb Aimer R.W. Riches, W/OP R.W. Sturgess, Mid Upper S.E. Knight, Rear Gunner J.D. Glaister, Flig...

Fee · Fee

Hi all Hope you can point me in the right direction? My father was a Rear Gunner in Lancasters Bombers and his nick name was "9 Life Stewart". We lived in Scotland and he also worked as a Technical Artist for Rolls Royce. I'm just trying to trace some history on him as he passed away when I was y...

k4kittycrew · Helen Spencer

http://saveeverystep.wordpress.com/writing-home-wwii-...

mkochl · mkochl

I am in the search for information about the Bobardierung of the oil works Lützkendorf Wintershall AG in the night from 4./5. April 1945. At this night are 2 Tallboy bombs over the work were thrown off its. Can someone help me with information? Does it give sowas like freight lists of the individual air...

avane · avane

I´m looking for information about John Allen Jacques, serialnumber R/58300, 40 (R.A.F. Squadron) who died on 17 October 1941 and is buried at the Reichswald Forest War Cemetery in Germany. Who was his crew, where did they crash and under what circumstances?

adrian1 · Alan Hadfield

I have been trying to find information on my Uncle - Albert Witty who served as aircrew on a Lancaster squadron. I was always told that he was killed on a raid over Cologne but apart from that I have no further information. He doesn't appear on the list of the War Graves Commission's cemeteries and I wou...

neil2726 · neil2726

I have previously posted here requesting information on the above crew of which my wives Uncle, James Duckworth was the Navigator. The main crew completed 30 missions and Jim was awarded the DFC. On their fourth mission to Frankfurt they were hit by a night fighter, set on fire, but they continued to b...

caj1968 · caj1968

Died on 25 Apr 1944 over Germany whilst serving as a Flight Sergeant (Flight Englineer) in 9 squadron. Does anyone have any information about the raid? Thanks in advance Colin

bmcnaught · bmcnaught

I would like to find more information on my uncle (who I was named after). He was Sgt William Wright 405 Squadron lost on the return leg of a mission to Essen on 10/11th March 1942 on board Wellington Z8428. I have the names of the rest of the crew and am trying to trace surviving relatives, but have little i...

Tony H · Tony H

For info; During 2011, an additional memorial to the 1029 personnel who have lost their lives whilst serving with No 78 Sqn RAF from 1916 to date was unveiled outside the 78 Sqn Hangar at RAF Benson. A WWII specific memorial stands in the churchyard of All Saints, Bubwith 1M N of Breighton airfield - 78...

bettyjeanuk · bettyjeanuk

I am Searching for wartime details of my father who I never knew.He was Flt Sgt Joseph Stanley Higgin ( known as Stan Higgin) from 102 Squadron 1942 . Flight engineer. Stationed at Dalton and Topcliffe. Halifax bomber Aircraft no W1142DY-A . Shot down 26/27 July 1942 off German coast. POW Ca...

tailgunnerreid · tailgunnerreid

My dad is looking for his crew. He has called England and a few other places. My dad is trying to "get things in order" as he feels he is not getting any younger. If anyone knows the whereabouts of the below crew.........my dad (and my family) would be grateful. F/O P.D. Saunders. Sgt D.H. Grif...

tailgunnerreid · tailgunnerreid

My name is Phil Reid. My dad (Still alive) was a tail gunner in the RCAF Squadron 166. His name is Gerald Reid. We have photos of his colleagues/buddies. I willing to post them for others to view. Love my dad for his service to his country. Looking for stories and friends to share old memories. ...

Linda · Linda

Just to wish all on this excellent site-Matt and co and on the Forum,fellow researchers,etcetera and all who serve past and present a very Happy Christmas and New Year!

Barry L · Barry L

My Grandfather (Sgt Jack Love) joined 101 Sq' when they were first equipped with the Mk1c Wellington variant (as they moved to join 7 Sq's Stirlings at Oakington, Cambridge); after a few months, they re-equipped with Mk111's and moved to Oakington's satellite airfield, Bourn, Cambs - and his sto...

fx · fx

Hi.. Can anybody help shed light on the details surrounding the death of my uncle Leading aircraftsman U/T Thomas Christopher Sharkey 1286069 R.A.F.V.R. who died on 16/04/1941. Any info re squadron.. type of aircraft.. Mission details.. etc.. From family folklore i heard my uncles bomber was dam...

John W · John W

Hi All, I wish to find out for a relative the Op's done by F/Sgt P A Gilfeather who was the Rear Gunner in Halifax LK993 which was lost on the raid on Leipzig on the night of 19/20 Feb 1944. Thanks, John.

Jupiter · Jupiter

Hi Guys Im building up my grandfathers history with 625 nicely now, with help from many on this board i have datails of his missions fom the squadrons orb, even down to likely suspect who shot him down. Its the raids prior to the 28th i would like if possible to collate raid reports and if possible photos....

John Preston · John Preston

I am researching the loss of a Halifax bomber MZ629 on 13 May 1944 south of Brussels and am looking for information on where to locate the reports of the German aircraft recovery teams, which I think were called Begungstrupps. Any assistance gratefully accepted.

gate1 · gate1

Does anyone have the ORB from this Squadron, or alternatively, any record of operations carried out by this aircraft from the start of December 1942 to the end of March 1943? Thank you

Anonymous

Hi - interested in making contact with anyone with 76 Squadron connections - please contact neil-sue'at'o2.co.uk replace 'at' with @ Neil

barnsley · barnsley

Does anyone out there have any connection with the above airman? P/O Horsley joined 166 squadron in September 1943 and flew Lancasters with them until late January 1944 when he and his crew failed to return from a raid on Berlin.They were all killed. P/O Horsley and the Navigator in the crew,P/O Corn...

Geoff Warren

Would like to contact Fred Carter (Cambridge, Ont?), brother of Roy, concerning details of Roy's murder by the Nazi's at the "Aunt Coba" residence, Tilburg, NL, July 9, 1944. I suspect I have information he may not know connected to his brother's death, and he may have information which...

Paul61 · Paul61

Hello all, Newby here, site looks great. A bit about me: Bomber Command researcher for 30 or so years, I have ORB's for the following sqdns: all of 6 group incl. 405 sqdn, 35, 61, 78, 614, 640 ++ sqdns RAF. I specialize in 6 Group crews as well as 35 & 405 PFF sqdns. My family: Father F/E- 420 & 426 sq...

Anonymous

I currently researching 427 Sqdn RCAF Halifax DK141, ZL-N shotdown over Berlicum(Kaathoven) 22/23 June 1943. Looking for further info about this crew and also I would like to get in touch with relatives of these crewmembers. Next year we would like to create a memorial to this crew near the crashsi...

SforSugar · SforSugar

Hi all, First, i am brand new here and this seems like a good place to start with some pretty knowledgable people. I have just received my grandfathers service records, he was bomber command aircrew from 1941 and left the RAF in 1968. His records are hard to follow as it lists some stations but very few...

Jupiter · Jupiter

Hi guys trying to find any more info on this subject I have the raid details the crew etc and where it came down plochingen near esslingen outside Stuttgart. References in germany have drawn blank apart from extract in Stuttgart I'm luftkrieg On my deductions it was brought down by m. Ullmahnn

ML

I understand my Uncle was in the RAF during World War II. He never spoke about his experiences, so all I have is a name, nationality, dob. My question is: how can I find out about my Uncle's service.

Starman 1957 · Starman 1957

I do not know who wrote this poem but it brought a tear to my eyes and also made me think "The inquisitive mind of a child" Why are they selling poppies, Mummy? Selling poppies in town today. The poppies, child, are flowers of love. For the men who marched away. But why have they chosen a poppy,...

R. Fulford

Tomorrow, the 11th Day of the 11th month at the 11th hour marks the signing of the Armistice signifying the end of "The War to End All Wars". This solemn moment has transpired to become a day to pause and reflect on the sacrifices laid down by so many service personnel in a series of two World W...

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	115 Sq Witchford May 44-Aug44 (Preview) Trying to track down my fathers crew or surviving family. Dad, "Flight Seargent James Brown Robertson" 115 Squadron Witchford May-August 1944. His crew as follows: Navigator G. McLune, Bomb Aimer R.W. Riches, W/OP R.W. Sturgess, Mid Upper S.E. Knight, Rear Gunner J.D. Glaister, Flig...	lancaster45	2	1221	Feb 13, 2012 by lancaster45
	A bit of a long shot maybe? (Preview) Hi all Hope you can point me in the right direction? My father was a Rear Gunner in Lancasters Bombers and his nick name was "9 Life Stewart". We lived in Scotland and he also worked as a Technical Artist for Rolls Royce. I'm just trying to trace some history on him as he passed away when I was y...	Fee	2	828	Feb 12, 2012 by Fee
	Seeking info on 218 Gold Coast squadron (Preview) http://saveeverystep.wordpress.com/writing-home-wwii-...	Helen Spencer	1	872	Feb 12, 2012 by k4kittycrew
	Lützkendorf 4./5. April 1945 Tallboy bomb (Preview) I am in the search for information about the Bobardierung of the oil works Lützkendorf Wintershall AG in the night from 4./5. April 1945. At this night are 2 Tallboy bombs over the work were thrown off its. Can someone help me with information? Does it give sowas like freight lists of the individual air...	mkochl	12	3646	Feb 12, 2012 by Anonymous
	John A. Jaques, R/58300, 40 (R.A.F.) Sqdn. (Preview) I´m looking for information about John Allen Jacques, serialnumber R/58300, 40 (R.A.F. Squadron) who died on 17 October 1941 and is buried at the Reichswald Forest War Cemetery in Germany. Who was his crew, where did they crash and under what circumstances?	avane	2	905	Feb 5, 2012 by avane
	Albert Witty (Preview) I have been trying to find information on my Uncle - Albert Witty who served as aircrew on a Lancaster squadron. I was always told that he was killed on a raid over Cologne but apart from that I have no further information. He doesn't appear on the list of the War Graves Commission's cemeteries and I wou...	Alan Hadfield	7	3785	Jan 24, 2012 by adrian1
	Mullins Crew - RAAF 460 Sqd (Preview) I have previously posted here requesting information on the above crew of which my wives Uncle, James Duckworth was the Navigator. The main crew completed 30 missions and Jim was awarded the DFC. On their fourth mission to Frankfurt they were hit by a night fighter, set on fire, but they continued to b...	neil2726	3	764	Jan 23, 2012 by R. Fulford
	Ernest Edward James Patmore (Preview) Died on 25 Apr 1944 over Germany whilst serving as a Flight Sergeant (Flight Englineer) in 9 squadron. Does anyone have any information about the raid? Thanks in advance Colin	caj1968	3	1151	Jan 21, 2012 by caj1968
	405 Squadron (Preview) I would like to find more information on my uncle (who I was named after). He was Sgt William Wright 405 Squadron lost on the return leg of a mission to Essen on 10/11th March 1942 on board Wellington Z8428. I have the names of the rest of the crew and am trying to trace surviving relatives, but have little i...	bmcnaught	2	1319	Jan 13, 2012 by bmcnaught
	78 Sqn commemorates its Bomber Command heritage (Preview) For info; During 2011, an additional memorial to the 1029 personnel who have lost their lives whilst serving with No 78 Sqn RAF from 1916 to date was unveiled outside the 78 Sqn Hangar at RAF Benson. A WWII specific memorial stands in the churchyard of All Saints, Bubwith 1M N of Breighton airfield - 78...	Tony H	0	1054	Jan 8, 2012 by Tony H
	102 Squadron. Halifax bomber 1942. Sgt Stan Higgin Flt Engineer (Preview) I am Searching for wartime details of my father who I never knew.He was Flt Sgt Joseph Stanley Higgin ( known as Stan Higgin) from 102 Squadron 1942 . Flight engineer. Stationed at Dalton and Topcliffe. Halifax bomber Aircraft no W1142DY-A . Shot down 26/27 July 1942 off German coast. POW Ca...	bettyjeanuk	2	1219	Jan 7, 2012 by bettyjeanuk
	Dad Looking for Crew (Preview) My dad is looking for his crew. He has called England and a few other places. My dad is trying to "get things in order" as he feels he is not getting any younger. If anyone knows the whereabouts of the below crew.........my dad (and my family) would be grateful. F/O P.D. Saunders. Sgt D.H. Grif...	tailgunnerreid	6	997	Jan 3, 2012 by tailgunnerreid
	Looking for tailgunner Buddies (Preview) My name is Phil Reid. My dad (Still alive) was a tail gunner in the RCAF Squadron 166. His name is Gerald Reid. We have photos of his colleagues/buddies. I willing to post them for others to view. Love my dad for his service to his country. Looking for stories and friends to share old memories. ...	tailgunnerreid	3	1014	Dec 28, 2011 by tailgunnerreid
	Happy Christmas and New Year (Preview) Just to wish all on this excellent site-Matt and co and on the Forum,fellow researchers,etcetera and all who serve past and present a very Happy Christmas and New Year!	Linda	6	1073	Dec 23, 2011 by dawallace
	Sgt Jack Love, 101 Squadron, 1941/2... (Preview) My Grandfather (Sgt Jack Love) joined 101 Sq' when they were first equipped with the Mk1c Wellington variant (as they moved to join 7 Sq's Stirlings at Oakington, Cambridge); after a few months, they re-equipped with Mk111's and moved to Oakington's satellite airfield, Bourn, Cambs - and his sto...	Barry L	13	2386	Dec 17, 2011 by Barry L
	help required 16/04/1941 (Preview) Hi.. Can anybody help shed light on the details surrounding the death of my uncle Leading aircraftsman U/T Thomas Christopher Sharkey 1286069 R.A.F.V.R. who died on 16/04/1941. Any info re squadron.. type of aircraft.. Mission details.. etc.. From family folklore i heard my uncles bomber was dam...	fx	3	977	Dec 16, 2011 by dawallace
	ORB for 429 Sqn back from 20/2/44 (Preview) Hi All, I wish to find out for a relative the Op's done by F/Sgt P A Gilfeather who was the Rear Gunner in Halifax LK993 which was lost on the raid on Leipzig on the night of 19/20 Feb 1944. Thanks, John.	John W	11	1209	Dec 7, 2011 by John W
	raid reports 31 may 28 july 1944 (Preview) Hi Guys Im building up my grandfathers history with 625 nicely now, with help from many on this board i have datails of his missions fom the squadrons orb, even down to likely suspect who shot him down. Its the raids prior to the 28th i would like if possible to collate raid reports and if possible photos....	Jupiter	2	949	Dec 6, 2011 by Jupiter
	German aircraft recovery team reports (Preview) I am researching the loss of a Halifax bomber MZ629 on 13 May 1944 south of Brussels and am looking for information on where to locate the reports of the German aircraft recovery teams, which I think were called Begungstrupps. Any assistance gratefully accepted.	John Preston	0	852	Nov 30, 2011 by John Preston
	Lancaster ED329 207 Squadron December 1942 to March 1943 (Preview) Does anyone have the ORB from this Squadron, or alternatively, any record of operations carried out by this aircraft from the start of December 1942 to the end of March 1943? Thank you	gate1	4	2352	Nov 21, 2011 by michel
	76 Squadron (Preview) Hi - interested in making contact with anyone with 76 Squadron connections - please contact neil-sue'at'o2.co.uk replace 'at' with @ Neil	Anonymous	0	704	Nov 20, 2011 by Anonymous
	P/O Joseph Horsley DFC Pilot 166 squadron Distinguished Flying Cross 1943 (Preview) Does anyone out there have any connection with the above airman? P/O Horsley joined 166 squadron in September 1943 and flew Lancasters with them until late January 1944 when he and his crew failed to return from a raid on Berlin.They were all killed. P/O Horsley and the Navigator in the crew,P/O Corn...	barnsley	0	1524	Nov 18, 2011 by barnsley
	Contact Info for Fred Carter (Brother of Roy, RCAF, murdered NL 1944) (Preview) Would like to contact Fred Carter (Cambridge, Ont?), brother of Roy, concerning details of Roy's murder by the Nazi's at the "Aunt Coba" residence, Tilburg, NL, July 9, 1944. I suspect I have information he may not know connected to his brother's death, and he may have information which...	Geoff Warren	1	1472	Nov 17, 2011 by Geoff Warren
	Noob (Preview) Hello all, Newby here, site looks great. A bit about me: Bomber Command researcher for 30 or so years, I have ORB's for the following sqdns: all of 6 group incl. 405 sqdn, 35, 61, 78, 614, 640 ++ sqdns RAF. I specialize in 6 Group crews as well as 35 & 405 PFF sqdns. My family: Father F/E- 420 & 426 sq...	Paul61	8	1225	Nov 17, 2011 by Paul61
	Halifax 427 Sqdn RCAF DK141 shotdown 22/23 June 1943 (Preview) I currently researching 427 Sqdn RCAF Halifax DK141, ZL-N shotdown over Berlicum(Kaathoven) 22/23 June 1943. Looking for further info about this crew and also I would like to get in touch with relatives of these crewmembers. Next year we would like to create a memorial to this crew near the crashsi...	Anonymous	3	1928	Nov 16, 2011 by Anonymous
	Can anyone help decifering records? (Preview) Hi all, First, i am brand new here and this seems like a good place to start with some pretty knowledgable people. I have just received my grandfathers service records, he was bomber command aircrew from 1941 and left the RAF in 1968. His records are hard to follow as it lists some stations but very few...	SforSugar	3	986	Nov 15, 2011 by AW
	Lm546 Lancaster 625 squadron crash site 28th July 1944 (Preview) Hi guys trying to find any more info on this subject I have the raid details the crew etc and where it came down plochingen near esslingen outside Stuttgart. References in germany have drawn blank apart from extract in Stuttgart I'm luftkrieg On my deductions it was brought down by m. Ullmahnn	Jupiter	5	1758	Nov 14, 2011 by Jupiter
	Looking for Records Based on Scant Information. (Preview) I understand my Uncle was in the RAF during World War II. He never spoke about his experiences, so all I have is a name, nationality, dob. My question is: how can I find out about my Uncle's service.	ML	2	906	Nov 11, 2011 by Anonymous
	Rememberance day poem (Preview) I do not know who wrote this poem but it brought a tear to my eyes and also made me think "The inquisitive mind of a child" Why are they selling poppies, Mummy? Selling poppies in town today. The poppies, child, are flowers of love. For the men who marched away. But why have they chosen a poppy,...	Starman 1957	0	818	Nov 10, 2011 by Starman 1957
	Lest We Forget (Preview) Tomorrow, the 11th Day of the 11th month at the 11th hour marks the signing of the Armistice signifying the end of "The War to End All Wars". This solemn moment has transpired to become a day to pause and reflect on the sacrifices laid down by so many service personnel in a series of two World W...	R. Fulford	0	899	Nov 10, 2011 by R. Fulford
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