JS Online: Veteran dies before he can take free charter to WWII memorial In June 1943, in the midst of World War II, 17-year-old Bob Smasal jumped...
Yes, my first thought was 10 Sqn but if there's reference to him being in the RAF perhaps this hints at him being in a pure RAF squadron. This opens...
A little too much!
That site looks like it's off to a good start, Annie. And :> for mentioning books. I see you've been around Kyt too long...:lol:
Interesting photos of crash site and crew in service here:...
No trace of airmen's remains | NEWS.com.au
If I read that properly, happy birthday Nick! Marmite? Yuck. Vegemite all the way!
AR, yep, a couple of years ago (ish), the Libyans recovered her quite sympathetically in order to save her from further degradation. No idea what...
As Kyt says, John, it's worth a try! At least he hasn't recommended a book to you. That gets expensive!
Amazingly small world, Nick. Looks like you're following some good threads.
Well done, K. Couldn't begin to tell you, John. A record of his postings would be the perfect start of course!
John You've probably already got this info but this is from a basic search (all I'm capable of!) on AWM: Mention in Despatches Service Number...
Paddington's 50th Anniversary Tour of London
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WV War Hero Waits Over 60 Years for Recognition - WOWKTV.com CHARLESTON -- Friday in Charleston, one man recieves the ultimate honor for the...
Life as a target: Soldier served with Patton during war - Your life - Belleville News Democrat "Got damn it's hot out here," the jokester said....
Richard Stephen Heyser dies at 81; spy plane pilot took first photos of Cuban missile launch sites in 1962 - Los Angeles Times Richard Stephen...
I wonder what other traditions such as this exist/existed? Nothing springs to mind at present, but I have heard of a few. Anyone? Not really a...
I wonder if she has a stigma around her now she's sitting in a yard in Tripoli?
Welcome to the forum, Barnesy, with an excellent first post! Hope you enjoy it here. You raise an interesting opposing view to what the obit says...
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