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bgizmo · bgizmo

Hello everybody. I am currently putting together a website to celebrate the memories of the brave boys that few with 75(NZ) Squadron during WWII. My interest began after my father, F/Lt Robert Douglas 'Jock' Sommerville DFC passed away at the end of last August. Like many, Bob didn't talk about his t...

bgizmo · bgizmo

Hi Guys Just wondered if anybody had any of the ORB for 1651 Conversion Unit?? I am particuarly interested in the period 24th June - 21st July 1943 when my father (Sgt. Robert Sommerville) and his crew (Pilot Sgt. A.J. Mayfield) were there prior to their subsequent deployment to 75(NZ) Squadron. chee...

alexander · alexander

Hello, Who can help me to find out if there were any RAF aircrafts (with 3 crewmembers) reported MIA over Belgium on the 13 of May 1940? Greetings from Belgium Alexander

MikeH · MikeH

Hi, can anyone help with any photos of Mk III Halifaxes that belong to 76 Squadron? A gentleman on an aviation forum has kindly agreed to construct a model of Halifax III LK789 MP-L (based at Holme-on-Spalding Moor). To help with the profile,I would appreciate any comments on how this might have looke...

Martin Baker · Martin Baker

Looking for any info, and especially a photograph of John Dickinson. Pilot Office John (Jonny) Russell Dickinson born 23rd January 1923, died aged 21 on 27th April 1944 near Ugny-sur-Meuse, Lorraine, France was the eldest son of my maternal great Uncle John Dickinson. John Dickinson was Pilot Off...

bgizmo · torby

I'm trying to find out the circumstances surrounding my late father's DFC. He was in a number of different squadrons during WWII. 104 Sqdn 631 Sqdn 75 (NZ) Sqdn His last proficiency Assessment from this log states "This AG has completed 55 Operations and was awarded the DFC" it's dated 1/7...

Anonymous

http://www.worcesternews.co.uk/news/9801389.Veterans_reunite_at_wartime_radar_test_airfield/

simonweir · simonweir

Just found a new site with the story of Lancaster PB265 and Bob sarvis! Mission: Stuttgart Date: 24/25th July 1944 (Monday/Tuesday) Unit: No. 576 Squadron Type: Lancaster III Serial: PB265 Code: UL-V2 Base: R.A.F. Elsham Wolds, Lincolnshire Location: Liesville, France. Pilot: F/O. Robert J. Sa...

SJB · SJB

My father was posted to 524 in Dec/44 and posted out June/45. His name was Grenville Best. Is there anyone out there with any information on 524 Squadron? Thanks

MikeH · MikeH

Hi, I am trying to put the names to the faces of a photo that shows 76 Squadron crews at Holme-on-Spalding Moor, preparing for a raid on Kassel 22nd October 1943. The photo can be seen at the link below http://www.flickr.com/photos/39411748@N06/6368174555/If anyone can help by recognising a face o...

Tony H · Tony H

For info All of the ex Bomber Command Sqns that are still operational will be officially represented at this event next month Tony

Patrick Kelly · Patrick Kelly

My father Kevin Wain Kelly, was a Navigator he flew in Lancaster's in 106 Squadron - Group 5. He is still living and has been invited to attend the reunion/anniversary in the UK. Much to my dissapointment he has declined the invitation, i am curious to know if there is anyone out there that he may know who...

andy · andy

On this day in 1943 my father flew on his first operation with 12 squadron to Dortmund.This was his first sortie in Lancaster ED995 PH-X the plane that would carry him through all the 30 operations of his first tour! www.raf-bombercommand.co.uk

Tony H · Tony H

Good Evening All At 2255 on 25/5/44 Halifax Mk III LV905 EY-W "Rothman W~Willie" departed RAF Breighton and joined 431 other Bomber Command Aircraft as they set course to attack railway marshalling yards at Aachen, Germany. On the return flight, the aircraft was shot down by a Me 110 nigh...

Vince Barrow · Vince Barrow

I am looking for any information of my Uncle Sergeant Stanley Francis Barrow of the 166 Sqdn who was a Wireless Operator on Wellingtons out of RAF Kirmington and was shot down on Dusseldorf raid 25/26th May 1943.I know the location of his grave but would like any other information.

ihategfws · ihategfws

Hello all Could anybody help put names to the faces in this photo They are the crew of a Halifax LW674 PT-E easy 420 SQN based at Tholthorpe Yorkshire 1944 Norman Binnie is on the right Luke holoway in the middle Harry Waller on the left i know the names of the rest of the crew but i'm struggling to mat...

AW · Tim

Have come across a uncle of mine, who served and was given the DFC, for saving the Lancaster he was flying in during the 2nd WWar. His rank and name are F/Sgt Harold Canfield, I even have a photo of him. Told he was one of the few that managed to crawl out on the wing of the Lanc, carrying a fire extinguisher wi...

LEUCHARS1 · LEUCHARS1

Hi, very new to this forum, just joined minutes ago!! I'm researching a Halifax 111 HD-J (LV826) came down possibly in Belgium on the night of 12th May 1944.I have looked at the dedicated web sites that feature this and other aircraft from 466 Sqn RAAF lost during various op's. If anyone knows a...

LCol Cody Sherman

Of 428. Tailgunner in NAN and others, passed away today. They shall grow not old. A proud Grandson CS

ihategfws · ihategfws

Hello to all i'm looking for photos of and or information on the crew of Halifax mkIII LW674 PT-E Easy of 420 Snowy Owl sqn that was lost over France on the night of 10/11 June 1944 the crew names are as follows P/O L Holoway RCAF Sgt N Binnie RCAF F/O J D Lancaster RCAF Sgt W J Chudzik RCAF Sgt F G Harro...

kaz · kaz

I am researching a relative who was in 166 squadron , sadly lost his life 1944.Ronald kirk was in the 166 squadron kirminigton I would be so very greatfull to any information any one can help me with please. Many thanks in advance from kaz

Bob · Bob

I'll be spending a couple of days in Kew at beginning of May and will be happy to put aside 2 or 3 hours to search for info for others, (Matt - 57Sqdn is 1st on list). If you have a request I'll see what I can do, but please, no shopping lists

Redcap50 · Redcap50

Concerns: FL/LT (UKF/Nav) Alfred Edward David ASHCROFT (06/10/1944 KIA) UKF DFC - 112.736 Royal Air Force Volunteer ReserveHello,I am looking for a photo of FL/Lt Navigator Alfred E. D.who was killed in an air-crash with a MOSQUITO NF.MkXIX, serial number MM 678. The pilote VALE William S.(AUS...

Jake Drummond · Jake Drummond

Does anyone have the ORB's for 11 OTU for July/August 1944? I need to check where and when Sgt. Navigator Walter Watson flew his first opertaion before crewing up in HK594. Any assistance appreciated.

Howard622 · Howard622

Dear all, Can anyone help me to establish which German night fighter pilot shot down F/Lt Watson RCAF (622 Sqdn) on 27th-28th April 1944. According to 'Chorley' several night fighters attacked the aircraft, I was wondering if a particular pilot claimed the kill. Thank you Howard

paulk · paulk

I'm looking to contact any surviving aircrew or relatives who have pictures of crews from 100 squadron 1943-45, for my own research into lancaster JB603 Paul

alexander · alexander

Hello, I'm looking for details of the activities of this unit on 12 May 1940 over Belgium. I would like to know their time of take-off from Plivot airfield in France on that fatal day. Other details are also welcome! Crewmembers were: RAF Leading Aircraftman Child Charles Corby (servicenumber 5...

Howard622 · Howard622

Can anyone help with identifying an Allied fighter that was shot down around the 20th April 1945 in the Regensburg area, apparently the pilot survived. Thanks in advance

alieneyes · pitbull

Hi can anybody give me anymore information about w.g.yeomans? I know he was shot down over Bremen in march 1945 in Lancaster Dv245

welshwasp · welshwasp

hello, im seeking any information regarding my late grandfather sgt. thomas george best rafvr, service number 3025122. he qualified as air gunner and served between 29.9.43 and 18.4.47 if anybody has any info regarding squadron details i would be most gratefull. many thanks.

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	75(NZ) Squadron - request for information (Preview) Hello everybody. I am currently putting together a website to celebrate the memories of the brave boys that few with 75(NZ) Squadron during WWII. My interest began after my father, F/Lt Robert Douglas 'Jock' Sommerville DFC passed away at the end of last August. Like many, Bob didn't talk about his t...	bgizmo	6	1237	Jul 13, 2012 by fwx
	1651 Heavy Conversion Unit (Preview) Hi Guys Just wondered if anybody had any of the ORB for 1651 Conversion Unit?? I am particuarly interested in the period 24th June - 21st July 1943 when my father (Sgt. Robert Sommerville) and his crew (Pilot Sgt. A.J. Mayfield) were there prior to their subsequent deployment to 75(NZ) Squadron. chee...	bgizmo	0	735	Jul 12, 2012 by bgizmo
	RAF aircrafts MIA on May 13 1940 over Belgium (Preview) Hello, Who can help me to find out if there were any RAF aircrafts (with 3 crewmembers) reported MIA over Belgium on the 13 of May 1940? Greetings from Belgium Alexander	alexander	3	2060	Jul 11, 2012 by alexander
	Halifax MkIII - 76 Squadron photos wanted? (Preview) Hi, can anyone help with any photos of Mk III Halifaxes that belong to 76 Squadron? A gentleman on an aviation forum has kindly agreed to construct a model of Halifax III LK789 MP-L (based at Holme-on-Spalding Moor). To help with the profile,I would appreciate any comments on how this might have looke...	MikeH	2	834	Jul 11, 2012 by k4kittycrew
	John (Jonny) Dickinson 49 Squadron - KIA 1944 (Preview) Looking for any info, and especially a photograph of John Dickinson. Pilot Office John (Jonny) Russell Dickinson born 23rd January 1923, died aged 21 on 27th April 1944 near Ugny-sur-Meuse, Lorraine, France was the eldest son of my maternal great Uncle John Dickinson. John Dickinson was Pilot Off...	Martin Baker	7	4913	Jul 11, 2012 by Martin Baker
	Finding out more about DFC award.... 75 (NZ) Sqdn (Preview) I'm trying to find out the circumstances surrounding my late father's DFC. He was in a number of different squadrons during WWII. 104 Sqdn 631 Sqdn 75 (NZ) Sqdn His last proficiency Assessment from this log states "This AG has completed 55 Operations and was awarded the DFC" it's dated 1/7...	torby	3	867	Jul 10, 2012 by bgizmo
	raf defford (Preview) http://www.worcesternews.co.uk/news/9801389.Veterans_reunite_at_wartime_radar_test_airfield/	Anonymous	0	560	Jul 6, 2012 by Anonymous
	Lancaster PB265-The Latest (Preview) Just found a new site with the story of Lancaster PB265 and Bob sarvis! Mission: Stuttgart Date: 24/25th July 1944 (Monday/Tuesday) Unit: No. 576 Squadron Type: Lancaster III Serial: PB265 Code: UL-V2 Base: R.A.F. Elsham Wolds, Lincolnshire Location: Liesville, France. Pilot: F/O. Robert J. Sa...	simonweir	0	858	Jun 29, 2012 by simonweir
	Looking for information on 524 Squadron - Dec/44 to June/45 (Preview) My father was posted to 524 in Dec/44 and posted out June/45. His name was Grenville Best. Is there anyone out there with any information on 524 Squadron? Thanks	SJB	2	720	Jun 11, 2012 by SJB
	76 Squadron photo - Kassel Oct 43 (Preview) Hi, I am trying to put the names to the faces of a photo that shows 76 Squadron crews at Holme-on-Spalding Moor, preparing for a raid on Kassel 22nd October 1943. The photo can be seen at the link below http://www.flickr.com/photos/39411748@N06/6368174555/If anyone can help by recognising a face o...	MikeH	0	865	Jun 5, 2012 by MikeH
	Bomber Command Memorial (Preview) For info All of the ex Bomber Command Sqns that are still operational will be officially represented at this event next month Tony	Tony H	1	648	Jun 4, 2012 by Tony H
	106 Squadron - 5 Group (Kevin Wain Kelly) (Preview) My father Kevin Wain Kelly, was a Navigator he flew in Lancaster's in 106 Squadron - Group 5. He is still living and has been invited to attend the reunion/anniversary in the UK. Much to my dissapointment he has declined the invitation, i am curious to know if there is anyone out there that he may know who...	Patrick Kelly	1	1482	May 26, 2012 by The count
	First Operation (Preview) On this day in 1943 my father flew on his first operation with 12 squadron to Dortmund.This was his first sortie in Lancaster ED995 PH-X the plane that would carry him through all the 30 operations of his first tour! www.raf-bombercommand.co.uk	andy	2	1002	May 25, 2012 by andy
	68 years ago tonight 78 Sqn lost LV905 EY-W (Preview) Good Evening All At 2255 on 25/5/44 Halifax Mk III LV905 EY-W "Rothman W~Willie" departed RAF Breighton and joined 431 other Bomber Command Aircraft as they set course to attack railway marshalling yards at Aachen, Germany. On the return flight, the aircraft was shot down by a Me 110 nigh...	Tony H	1	1726	May 25, 2012 by michel
	Sergeant S.F.Barrow 166 Sqdn (Preview) I am looking for any information of my Uncle Sergeant Stanley Francis Barrow of the 166 Sqdn who was a Wireless Operator on Wellingtons out of RAF Kirmington and was shot down on Dusseldorf raid 25/26th May 1943.I know the location of his grave but would like any other information.	Vince Barrow	6	1180	May 24, 2012 by michel
	Help please (Preview) Hello all Could anybody help put names to the faces in this photo They are the crew of a Halifax LW674 PT-E easy 420 SQN based at Tholthorpe Yorkshire 1944 Norman Binnie is on the right Luke holoway in the middle Harry Waller on the left i know the names of the rest of the crew but i'm struggling to mat...	ihategfws	0	802	May 20, 2012 by ihategfws
	Bomber Command DFC's from the 2nd Wwar (Preview) Have come across a uncle of mine, who served and was given the DFC, for saving the Lancaster he was flying in during the 2nd WWar. His rank and name are F/Sgt Harold Canfield, I even have a photo of him. Told he was one of the few that managed to crawl out on the wing of the Lanc, carrying a fire extinguisher wi...	Tim	2	1023	May 16, 2012 by AW
	HALIFAX LV826 (Preview) Hi, very new to this forum, just joined minutes ago!! I'm researching a Halifax 111 HD-J (LV826) came down possibly in Belgium on the night of 12th May 1944.I have looked at the dedicated web sites that feature this and other aircraft from 466 Sqn RAAF lost during various op's. If anyone knows a...	LEUCHARS1	7	3171	May 16, 2012 by alieneyes
	F/O Glenn Bassett DFC (Preview) Of 428. Tailgunner in NAN and others, passed away today. They shall grow not old. A proud Grandson CS	LCol Cody Sherman	1	752	May 14, 2012 by JP Morgan
	420 sqn Halifax lw674 PT-E easy (Preview) Hello to all i'm looking for photos of and or information on the crew of Halifax mkIII LW674 PT-E Easy of 420 Snowy Owl sqn that was lost over France on the night of 10/11 June 1944 the crew names are as follows P/O L Holoway RCAF Sgt N Binnie RCAF F/O J D Lancaster RCAF Sgt W J Chudzik RCAF Sgt F G Harro...	ihategfws	9	3308	May 10, 2012 by ihategfws
	ronald kirk (Preview) I am researching a relative who was in 166 squadron , sadly lost his life 1944.Ronald kirk was in the 166 squadron kirminigton I would be so very greatfull to any information any one can help me with please. Many thanks in advance from kaz	kaz	6	1190	May 10, 2012 by kaz
	National Archives Kew (Preview) I'll be spending a couple of days in Kew at beginning of May and will be happy to put aside 2 or 3 hours to search for info for others, (Matt - 57Sqdn is 1st on list). If you have a request I'll see what I can do, but please, no shopping lists	Bob	8	1968	May 9, 2012 by kaz
	crash of the Mosquito serial number MM 678 (6th oct. 1944 in Drieslinter Belgium) (Preview) Concerns: FL/LT (UKF/Nav) Alfred Edward David ASHCROFT (06/10/1944 KIA) UKF DFC - 112.736 Royal Air Force Volunteer ReserveHello,I am looking for a photo of FL/Lt Navigator Alfred E. D.who was killed in an air-crash with a MOSQUITO NF.MkXIX, serial number MM 678. The pilote VALE William S.(AUS...	Redcap50	0	884	May 4, 2012 by Redcap50
	11 OTU ORB's? (Preview) Does anyone have the ORB's for 11 OTU for July/August 1944? I need to check where and when Sgt. Navigator Walter Watson flew his first opertaion before crewing up in HK594. Any assistance appreciated.	Jake Drummond	0	5026	May 2, 2012 by Jake Drummond
	Lancaster ND781 GI-R - 622 Sqdn (Preview) Dear all, Can anyone help me to establish which German night fighter pilot shot down F/Lt Watson RCAF (622 Sqdn) on 27th-28th April 1944. According to 'Chorley' several night fighters attacked the aircraft, I was wondering if a particular pilot claimed the kill. Thank you Howard	Howard622	2	1015	Apr 29, 2012 by Howard622
	100 squadron (Preview) I'm looking to contact any surviving aircrew or relatives who have pictures of crews from 100 squadron 1943-45, for my own research into lancaster JB603 Paul	paulk	0	846	Apr 22, 2012 by paulk
	Blenheim P-4826 of 139 Sqn MIA on 12 May 1940 (Preview) Hello, I'm looking for details of the activities of this unit on 12 May 1940 over Belgium. I would like to know their time of take-off from Plivot airfield in France on that fatal day. Other details are also welcome! Crewmembers were: RAF Leading Aircraftman Child Charles Corby (servicenumber 5...	alexander	14	4168	Apr 20, 2012 by Ron
	Regensburg 20th April 1945- Fighter shot down (Preview) Can anyone help with identifying an Allied fighter that was shot down around the 20th April 1945 in the Regensburg area, apparently the pilot survived. Thanks in advance	Howard622	3	704	Apr 13, 2012 by Howard622
	flt sgt w.g.yeomans (Preview) Hi can anybody give me anymore information about w.g.yeomans? I know he was shot down over Bremen in march 1945 in Lancaster Dv245	pitbull	4	881	Apr 7, 2012 by alieneyes
	thomas george best (Preview) hello, im seeking any information regarding my late grandfather sgt. thomas george best rafvr, service number 3025122. he qualified as air gunner and served between 29.9.43 and 18.4.47 if anybody has any info regarding squadron details i would be most gratefull. many thanks.	welshwasp	2	697	Mar 27, 2012 by welshwasp
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