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Hi all...I own a Fairchild PT-26 Cornell that was used as a trainer during WWII in Canada. I am trying to find out the original paint scheme for this aircraft. The S/N is T43-4459 any help would be wonderful. Thanks!
My father, Stanley J. Tibbs was a Halifax bomber pilot who flew in one of the earliest Halifax raids out of Yorkshire in the spring of 1941.He crash landed near Northallerton and suffered profound injuries including the loss of his right leg. Only one other crew member survived. I am searching for his service record.
I would like to find out information about my father, Joseph Eugene Healy (born 1921 - 1998). He was in the RCAF during the WWII as an instructor of radio. He was stationed for a short while at RCAF Station Coal Harbour on Vancouver Island, BC as well as other locations in Canada. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Sandra Healy
I've read that during 1957 the RCAF base at Moncton NB was used as a reception center for Hungarian refugees who arrived on chartered flights from Vienna. I'm wondering whether anyone has any information or documents from this era. I'm doing research on the Air Bridge to Canada program. My mother and I were a couple of the Hungarians who arrived there in July 1957.
My Grandfather, Alfred George Lake from Winnipeg MB, served in the RCAF from Nov 23, 1943 to March 13, 1946. He was honorably released to the reserve, general section, class E. His rank was F/S and his number was CanR287691. He was awarded the Air Gunners Badge C.V.S.M and Clasp. I would love to see more about him if there is anything.
Thank you
If possible I would like to find out some information about Philip Searle (or possibly Wilson) who was a Flight Lieutenant in the RCAF based somewhere in the UK around 1946. Shortly before this my mother had a relationship with him during which she had a baby son.My mother married some time latter. After she passed away in 2012 , only recently has some documentation come to light i.e. birth /marriage certificates.It shows Philip as the father on the birth certificate.Only to this day I have now found out my brother is really my half brother. I would appreciate any information about PHILIP.Thank.
Looking for any information on Pilot Officer Marcus Richards Felsen, (Buster) died June 13, 1943 in Germany.
Service Number J/17260
50 (R.A.F) sqdn
I know where he is buried in Reichswald Forest War Cemetery but would love to know more about him.
As a volunteer of the Historical Society Corsendonca, we unveiled in 2008 3 monuments for allied bombers, crashed in our village in WW II. One of them had a crew with 4 Canadian airmen. They were all KIA on June 22, 1944. We are seaching for any relatives of those crew to let them know that we didn't forget the sacrifices of their (grand)fathers. Bomber : Lancaster ME782. 2 of the crew : Thomas George HART (J/86480) and Richard John WALTON (J/92126). We have info about their parents, brothers and sisters, school, church, previous profession befor enlisting,....We want to send the relatives pictures (of the unveiling, of the monument, documents, at no cost at all. Can you help us please ??
Thank you very much !!
Hubert Michiels
I am looking for any photos, or contacts of Halifax LW390 (KW-J) of 425 Sqn RCAF out of RAF Tholthorpe which was shot down near Amiens on Feb 19/20 1944 returning from Stuttgart. My father-in-law, Flt Eng William Johnstone was the only RAF crewman. He evaded along with 2 others, Gammon and Powell. The pilot F/O Allen Halford Waite was tragically killed while the other 3 crew McDougall, Gibson and Redman were captured. William Johnstone spent his 20th birthday in hiding until liberated by Canadian troops in August 1944. Any help would be gratefully received especially from surviving relatives.
Kirsten Brazier is the Founder of the Sky's No Limit Girls Fly too! here in BC. This year's event takes place 12-13 March 2016 at the Abbotsford Airport. We would appreciate your assistance in ‘spreading the word’ about the event. It’s not just about flights - there will be opportunities for participants - girls, boys, adults - to try their hand at many aviation, aerospace, marine and defence activities. Civilian and non civilian agencies and VIP’s will be on hand with aircraft and ground support/tactical vehicles to explore. The events are completely free, no registration is required for the ground activities, and families are encouraged to attend.
Thank you for helping us capture the interest and attention of females in careers in aviation, aerospace, marine and defence industries. As Kirsten Brazier, Founder of Girls Fly Too! says - ‘From shop floor to top floor, we’re inspiring future leaders!”
We are seeking as many volunteers as possible to make the event a huge success - volunteers of any age, gender and ability are welcome.
We would like to contact all the RCAFA Wings in BC but are unable to find any listings, could you please assist with this request. Thank you
Hi, trying to find out the whereabouts of Bruce Swindon based at RAF Langer Nottinghamshire do not know rank, about 1962-63 lived on the Canadian estate Radcliffe on Trent.Hope someone can help. Thanks Les
Hello... we were in Zweibrucken Germany for a few years in the 50s...flying Sabres. We've just moved to Springhill NS...and have heard there is a Cdn. Airforce Assn.branch in Amherst. Would you have CAA phone number or address for it please?. Our own phone number is 902 763 2217.
Thanks.
Ian and Karin Ferguson
Hello... we were in Zweibrucken Germany for a few years in the 50s...flying Sabres. We've just moved to Springhill NS...and have heard there is a Cdn. Airforce Assn.branch in Amherst. Would you have AAA phone number or address for it please?. Our own phone number is 902 763 2217.
Thanks.
Ian and Karin Ferguson
I enlisted dec /1/1950at Edmonton dec 1950,went to AYLMERcourse 49 .Was posted to St Hubert/jan/51,to aug /51, transfered to Bagotville ,aug 1 1951 Transfered to Sea Island dec 31 1953 Transfererd to Holberg Radar stn april 1954 to dec 1955.I lost all my personal records in a fire.I would donate to any one or society for all ground photos of any personnel and land sites of these A/M bases buildings,Hq Barracks,Hangers PMqs M/E,Fire/Hall,/All ranks mess, NCOs Quarters,etc,etc,etc, JIM.
I enlisted dec 1 1950 Edmonton ,Iwent to Aylmer Manning Jan /51 on course 49 .feb 1951 Posted to ST HUBERT .Transfered to Bagotville aug 1951 to Dec31 1953 .trans, to Sea Island untill april 1954. Transfered to Holberg radar stn april/may 1954 to dec 31 195,I l lost all my airforce records and photos in a fire.I need photos of all A/M stns, buildings/PMQs /all ranks barracks /mess halls , etc,etc,etc,preferably ground pictures. I will donate to RCAF ass, or to any individual or society. Jim
I am a past president of 900 Golden Bear Wing, San Francisco Bay Area. Our wing is no longer active but I enjoy your web site. We still have an active Royal Canadian Legion Branch 25 in the area. Most of the remaining 900 wing members belong to it. I still wear my regimental, association and tartan ties proudly. Once again congratulations on a great web page.
Roger Weed
Past President 900 Golden Bear RCAF Wing
San Francisco, CA
Im looking for information on my grandfather who served in WWII. When I enter his name in the databases on this site, it doesnt come up anywhere. I can't seem to locate him. It's like he didnt exist. Can anyone tell me why he wouldnt be listed among personnel? Thanks.
Admin Reply by: Dean Black
Hello. The names on this site are those who were decorated for gallantry. If you would like more information on your grandfather please write to director@airforce.ca and provide whatever information you might have. Thank you for your interest in air force history.
Hi Rob Campbell.
Responding to your message from October. Rob I don't have a pic of Ian and your dad ( unfortunately). My brother Jim has some pics from a " shakey landing" as your dad used to say, where a Halifax broke in half..I think my dads plane hit it on landing. I will try to get the pics from my brother and email them to you. My email is Robert.grant@det.nsw.edu.au. Drop me a mail so I may send the pics to you. Kind regards Rob Grant
Looking for the family of Roger Lessard service number R127314. I have personal effects to return to his family.
Message for Robert Grant. Did you know that your father received a DFC. Dad said that he and the skipper of his crew received it for their cool heads on a particularily "shakey do" (that was Dad speak for a difficult operation).
In reply to Robert Grant's post of 14 Oct,2015. Your Dad and my father George were lifelong great friends. Dad told me about the day that he and your Dad decided to join up with the RCAF. Both ended up on the same base in Yorkshire but in different squadrons. They returned to Skipton on Swale many years, do you have a picture of them there? Regards, Rob
Hi, I'm looking for any veterans who may have served with my uncle in WWII in the Yorkshire Airfields, England, U.K. I know his final flight took off from RAF TOPCLIFFE 12/2/1944
Sgt Albert E Jennings, Radio Operator, Air Gunner. R.A.F. he was in the Volunteer Reserve & had almost completed his training. He was from Rochdale, Lancashire the only son of Mary Anne & Thomas E Jennings he had 3 sisters Margaret, Catherine & Theresa. He flew on the Halifax Crews. I hope someone is able to help me. Thank You Anne-Marie
I miss my Dad every day, however as Remembrance Day approaches it hits very hard. I did not find my Dad on your site...disappointing. But thanks to all that participated in 1,2, Korea and continue to honour our Country and us by putting their lives on the line for total strangers....and a Country of people that all to often take freedom for granted.
I am very proud of my father, Flight Officer Ian Craig Grant, J28351, DFC, Air Bomber who flew 35 sorties over Europe from 18th April 1944 to the 28th August 1944 and his crew and all the other brave souls who gave so much.
Rest in peace Dad, hopefully you have caught up with a lot of mates whom you lost during that trying and demanding time.
Hello.
I have a photo from my Mum's autograph book, dated c.1944 signed by a CR Higgins RCAF which I hoped might be of interest?
I'd be delighted to forward it over if you can provide me with a suitable email address.
Kind regards,
Jonathan Taylor
Love the site, couldn't find anything on my Dad, but did get the information on how/where to get service record information,
thanks,
From a very proud RCAF son....
Many R.C.A.F. airmen lost their lives in Northern Ireland during WW2 and I have been photographing their Headstones and putting the picture along with some information onto my website "The Second World War in Northern Ireland" to show that these brave men are never forgotten.
Please visit my website at http://www.ww2ni.webs.com
I need help finding ANY information on my father, Sgt. John Allen Poling RAF or RCAF not sure. Tail gunner WW2 . II believe I have his War Service Badge number and possibly his service number but all come back records not available on these search engines. Please direct me where I should go. Thank You Janine McCallum
looking for my husband's service number from WW2. His name was Joseph William Carr and he was a FO in the RCAF. Served overseas as a bomb aimer and navigator. Birth date October 10 1924. Died 2006.
I wish I'd found this site before. My husband was in the RAF, seconded to the RCAF 428 squadron (Ghost) which twinned to 419 at Middletn-St-George, England.
I have details of raids and personnel taking part in them for four months of 1943. I have also written a book which is on Amazon called Whichever Way the Wind Blows. It centers on a Canadian crew at the station, although it's also a love story. It describes raids, including Peenamunde, and you will see what those boys had to contend with.
I have written a book which centers on a Canadian crew based in N/E England during WW2. Although it's partly a love story, it is also a tribute to those gallant young men from overseas to came to fight for Britain during her hour of need. The book is on Amazon (and Kindle) and is called Whichever Way the Wind Blows by D.M.Wynn. Read it and understand just what they had to go through. I woud be grateful for your feedback. Many thanks.
My mother was with the royal Canadian air force station
Linton on ouse. York.
Her name was Helen ross 2118101.
I have Christmas menu for 1943 and 1944.
With photos of king George queen Elizabeth and princess Elizabeth.
Can you help.
Sheila kettley
I am desperately trying to find more information about pilot Officer Hugh MacLachlan Aitchison RCAF attached to 75 Squad RAF who died on 15 September 1941 and is buried at Hamburg Cemetery. That is all I have been able to find through search engines. I heard he had been awarded a medal of some kind but find no trace of same.I was told many years ago that he was in a lockheed Hudson when he was shot down but I do not know if this is accurate. I am an old lady now and need to find out all I can about Hugh so tnat his memory can be kept alive by my children and grandchildren. Can Anyone help.
I am looking for information on John "Jack" Douglas Snider. He was in the 78th squadron from June to November 1941 for his first tour.
His second was with the 419 from Feb to May 1943. He was an instructor in the UK for 6 months before returning to Ottawa.
Looking fore information on Ted Argue of 403 Squadron. He was my supervisor when I was working for Customs and Excise in 1969. I need his aircraft serial number and aircraft codes so that I may make a spitfire model of his aircraft.
1962 - 1968 104 KU and 414 (EW) Squadron.... Then to 424 Trenton and finally CFB Bagotville. 1972
1944 #7 O.T.U. Debert Nova Scotia.
On January 6th --1944 ---I was flying a Mosquito Aircraft - I hit another Mosquito aircraft on take-off, the aircraft I hit was on the wrong runway --a command investigation I was not at fault -- both aircraft were destroyed --Does anyone remember the accident --I left for England soon after ---would like to know if anyone remembers.
1944 #7 O.T.U. Debert Nova Scotia.
On January 6th --1944 ---I was flying a Mosquito Aircraft - I hit another Mosquito aircraft on take-off, the aircraft I hit was on the wrong runway --a command investigation I was not at fault -- both aircraft were destroyed --Does anyone remember the accident --I left for England soon after ---would like to know if anyone remembers.
To all of our veterans you made us proud during the campaigns and continue to this day....my the eagles fly high....and God Bless
My mother, Ruth White (Section Officer WAAF) passed away today. I would love to hear from anyone who remembers Ruth as a long-time member of the RCAFA Toronto.
Enjoy reading the stories presented here. I served in the RNAF from 1951 to 1957 and came to Canada where I joined the 306 Maple Leaf RCAFA mess on Sherbrooke Str Montreal and had a jolly good time with the fellow members at the time. I now see more and more old timers going on permanent soaring duty
in the great blue yonder......pitty !
When I originally commented I clicked the Notify me when new comments are added checkbox and now every time a comment is added I get 4 emails using the same comment. Is there any way you may take away me from that service? Thanks! cfbedakedakccdfe
Served at 104 KU and 414 (EW) Sqn. 1962 - 1968 A wonderfull posting.
I am secretary of the Guildford branch of RAFA, I want ask if there any planned activities to mark VE day that our branch could become involved with as during the war there was a large Canadian presence here in Guildford both Army and Air Force based at Dunsfold
Regards
Tony
I was hoping someone might have information on my grandfather James Edward McDonald. I have a picture of him in uniform. After researching the badge, I have determined it is a WW2 RCAF air gunner badge. He was born in 1925, and was living in Toronto, Ontario during WW2. I can be reached at familyroots41@hotmail.com. Thanks.
I NEED HELP IN TRACING AN RCAF VETERAN
On Sept. 2013 several RCAF WW2 veterans received the Bomber Command Bar from Veterans Affairs Minister Julian Fantino at a ceremony held in Calgary. One of the veteran airmen who was presented with the Bomber Command Bar was Robert Peterson who served as a Bomb Aimer in Halifax JP162 FS stationed in Brindisi Italy. This crew which included my father Sgt John Rae, RAFVR Rear Gunner was delivering supplies to aid the Polish partisans at the beginning of the Warsaw uprising August 4/5th, 1944. The plane was shot down.three of the crew were killed including my father. Sgt Peterson along with 3 other crew baled out and was aided by the partisans and eventually returned to the UK and the home to Canada.
I have been trying to find him without success. Can anyone help me locate him I would love to be able to talk with him. I have been researching the crew and the events leading up to that tragic mission when 4 Halifax aircraft did not return and I am about to publish a book.
This year marks the 70 Anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising and I will be in Poland at Rakowicki Cemetery, Krakow to remember the brave airmen who did not return.
I hope that someone can help
Rosemary Edmeads
My Father, F/O Peter T. Walsh was a pilot in WW2, primarily flying Halifax.He received DFC. I am a documentary film maker presently developing a film on his service and of the men in his squadron RAF/RCAF # 192. He was born in Toronto and served
into 1945. I would like to contact any servicemen who might have information re: his service, Squadron 192, fellow Squadron members or ground crew etc, or any archives or contacts I should search. I have a copy of his log (parts were classified) Thank You PW
Grateful for the information concerning my Uncle, Richard McKnight Minnis,his flying record as a pilot in Lancasters and the citation for his DFC. Very valuable record for families as well as for the RCAF. Thanks
Found an amazing report of my Grandfather's time with the RCAF - he just turned 99 last week and I can't wait to share this with him!
Joined RCAF 1954 as telecom (Air) tech. My first posting was 438 Sqn ( 5 years I remember with fond memories). Was CFR'd in 1969 . Taught for five years at CFSAOE School, Borden and served two years with 406 Sqn Shearwater. Retired (at tender age of 47!) AERE Major as last BAMEO (Voodoo) CFB Bagotville to Vancouver Island where I still reside. Wishing you all the best success for this year's reunion.
I served 25 years in the RCAF and am now involved with the Dieppe Military Veterans' Association. Moncton/Dieppe was the home of many units during WW II and to honour these units and men we have installed monuments at a park in Dieppe which pays tribute to BCATP, No 8 SFTS Lakeburn, No 4 RD Scoudouc, No 5 ED Moncton,Moncton Flying Club, No 10 AOS Chatham, RAF Ferry Command, No 31 RAF Personnel Depot, No 10 Release Centre and all the personnel who were trained in Canada and had to pass through our area coming and going from thge UK.
Would like very much to hear of any Canadian Veterans WW11,or Korea living in the Palm Beach/Broward area,and ex servicemen of those eras whether stationed in Canada,USA,or abroad
Hi, My first visit to your page. Hope to do more visits. My late husband was a M&W Tech. in the RCAF 1955-81
We were married in 1956 so I spent most of those years by his side . I enjoyed being part of the Military Family very much.Even though Fred passed away 2011 I am still part of that Military Family.
I was stationed at St. Hubert from April 1943 to the time it moved to North Battleford, Sask in 1944. I was a WOG and for several months the only girl in the Wireless Section. I tought trainee pilots wireless and had classes of Brits, Aussies, New Zealanders and Canadins. The Sergeant in charge of this section was Sgt. Bond. The officer in charge of the wireless Section was Sqdn. Leader Perrault. From North B. i moved to Rivers, Manitoba until March of 1945 when I was discharged.
From 430 Sqn Valcartier ,407 Sqn Comox , Bameo Ottawa and finaly 450 Ottawa I always keep it in my memory these wonderfull souvenirs
I was stationed in St. Hubert in 1959 and 1960 as an Armament Systems Technician working in the Hangar.
Hello all. I was with 104 KU from 1963 to 1965 and then 414 (EW) Sqn until Sep 1968...... Lots of fond memoreis of the RCAF and of course... Montreal.
A reunion is a great idea and I'm seriously thinking of attending although I won't remember anyone I'm sure. I was Stn'd ADC/HQ/OR 1956 to 58 when I married Cpl Brian Murphy, Pay acct's. At that time I was LAW S. Nadine Marcus. Thank you for your service. LEST WE FORGET. snm
By the way Heather, if you wish to follow up on your reading and do not have all the details of your Dad, send along an E mail and maybe can help. By the way when I was at Juno, a large very medal, made up from metals from many German different materials from their various armaments used during the Juno Beach affair; was presented to me by the local Director for PFF actions. Meant to add this to earlier reply.
4001 Tech Training unit 1955; 401 Reserve Squadron late 1955 thru 1958.
Weekends at St. Hubert, Summers in Chatham, N.B. Evenings in Westmount.
I was stationed at St. Hubert in 1959 to 1960 as an Armament Systems Tech.
just about to read the Constitution & By-Laws etc
I was stationed at RCAF Stn St. Hubert from 1957 - 1962 with 401 Squadron - great squadron - great times. Wife, Isabel, worked at Air Defence Command HQ. Wonderful memories of the good ol' days. We lived in St. Bruno. Hope to get to the reunion next year.
What a great site to re unite with old pals. Thank You,
Gil Charlebois,
RCAF ("MWO" Retired)
1957-1987:30 years)+ 13 Years Honeywell).Retired and Lovin" it in Florida for 4 Canadian Winter Months..in fun city,Zephyrhills, Hillcrest RV Resorts,
Gil
What a great site to re unite with old pals. Thank You,
Gil Charlebois,
RCAF ("MWO" Retired)
1957-1987:30 years)+ 13 Years Honeywell).Retired and Lovin" it in Florida for 4 Canadian Winter Months..in fun city,Zephyrhills, Hillcrest RV Resorts,
Gil
Hi Heather Logan
I was on the Squadron with your Dad. Yes he had a rough time, shot down twice. I only went down once.
Have found quite an informative listing for my father S/L Lloyd E. Logan with 405 Pathfinders. Quite in detail of him being shotdown. I'm still reading .... but fantastic website.
A reminder for WWII RCAF Veterans that the BOMBER COMMAND Clasp is now available free from UK MoD for those eligible.
Visit www.veterans-uk.info for an application form. A small, very late recognition for heroic service given. Next-of-kin can also apply.
Looking for information and the service record of my father S/L James Gordon Mann Loomis who served at base 62 from 42-45. Pictures and the names of the personel that he served with would be nice. Thank you for any help that you can give me. Tom Loomis,Dartmouth, NS
Re the Eagle/Albatross dispute. I have one of the eagle brooches from Paris mentioned here. The company name was FIX (pronounced feese) which is stamped on the reverse. It was also worn by many french flyers prior to an official insignia, who some have claimed, were copying british insignia. The Paris story related here makes much more sense because FIX were a popular Paris jewellery maker of the time. From this info it is more then that we, the Brits, were copying the french. Thanks for clarifying that important historical detail.A great site.
Great to see the RCAF come back to original name. Enjoyed your aircrew members over many years with gratitude following wings presentation at No. 3 FTS Claresholm, Canada Course 38, DEC 1952. Still enjoy many happy moments of flying given by our fine WW II RCAF Spitfire pilot, Flying Officer Cliff King.
looking for info on sabre crash from sabre transition unit RCAF Chatham near Heath Steele Mines Newcastle NB 1965 or 66,my father witnessed this crash,and had a piece of wreck,he and others rushed to crash site,unfortunately this was a fatal crash.Can you tell me anything about this ie pilots name etc.
Hi,I served from 1952-1955 and was stationed at a number of bases,but one in particular was being part of the advanced party in the opening of #210 AC&W Sqn.,Moisie,Que.,and I have been looking for an old friend by the name of Lionel Chartrand if anyone knows of his wereabouts I would sure like to get in touch with him I never did get to thank him..Avery
Trying to locate info on a cousin of mine- George Roy Bullion- served as a Pilot Officer - latterly attached to Sqd.273 R.A.F. WW2 -unfortunately killed over Singapore 11/12/1944 - Have family info but would dearly love to have his War record - can anyone out there assist me! Roy as he was known, was my childhood hero! Parents were Edward and Maargaret Bullion of Baldur, Manitoba.
12 Squadron Bomber Command Lancaster ND342 PH-U. This bomber was shot down on a bombing run to Essen on 12th Dec 1944. My partner's uncle was the pilot and there were 2 Canadians in the crew. F/Sgt J.R.Patterson, Rear Gunner was killed and F/L Bert E.W Hall, Navigator was also killed. I am compiling all the information I can and have photo's of the crew, raid sheets etc. Would love to find the descendents of these 2 aviators and share all this info with them
My father who passed away 2years ago came to Canada as a RAF mechanic in 1941, serving at North Battleford BACTP base. I am writing a novel on Canadian pilots who joined the BCATP, I need some information on certain aircraft, would help if not I surely enjoyed your site. Thanks so very much.
Les
1-780-989-0645
Edmonton AB.
SEARCHING FOR BETTY HAYES who left to be with FRANK, Royal Canadian Air Force in 1960. She left her children and has never been heard of since. Her duaghter has searched for 30 years and desperately seeks some closure. Does anyone know what Squadrons served at RAF Uxbridge in 1959/60 so that we might contact them. Grateful for any assistance.
I am interested in finding out more information on my uncle - 6 27 Flying Officer Collingwood, George F-86 Sabre II 19291 25 August 1952
Reply to Andy Davis
Reference RAF Records for your father Sgt A C Davis
Try the following site Veterans-UK.info
They have all the information and forms you can download to apply for your dads records. Cost is 30 pounds.
Good luck with your search
Regards
Rosemary Edmeads
I am interested in finding the whereabouts two RCAF crew members or their families who flew on Halifax JP162FS-S 148 Special Duties Squadron on the night of Aug 4/5th 1944 when it was shot down near Wojnarowa Poland after dropping supplies to the partisan groups
They are F/O Phillip James Anderson and Sgt Robert Orlando Peterson who were two of the four crew who evaded capture ( Sgt Jolly and Sgt Underwood) and returned to England in March 1945. I am the daughter of Sgt John Rae who was KIA Also KIA were Ft Lt McCall and Sgt Aspinall.
I have been researching the history of this crew this last flight of JP126 and have been helped by a group of Polish aircraft history enthusiasts Excavations have been made and a TV documentary made of the crash site in 2010. Items have been displayed in The Home Army Museum in Krakow.There are plans to honor the crew of JP 162 I would be happy to hear from anyone who could give me further information on these two men. I am traveling to Krakow this summer to meet with these people who have been so helpful.
Kind regards
Rosemary Edmeads nee Rae
Was trying to look up some old information, and came across this site. Interesting!
Hi to all my old friends form the old Air Force, the goods old days.
JOB
Just Passing thru.
Served 1965-1985
Great website!
Currently looking for relatives of, Stephen George Cockrane Sherman. He flew with my great uncle on Lancaster JB708 which went down 10/11 may 1944.
trying to find my fathers raf record
flight sergeant A C Davis i think his service number was 522305.please can anybody help.Thank you.
Enjoy my first visit to your web site.
Looking forward for more interestesting topics
Looking for WW2 photos of Flt. Lt.s Andrew W. Lockhart and Joesph Wood of 692 Squadron -- crew of Mosquito Mark XVI Moncton Express III -- suggestions welcome -- Thanks
I am interested in trying to find a book that was written by a Sgt R O Peterson RCAF called 'Canadian Airmen in Poland' published in 1962'He was a survivor on JP 162 FS-S which was shot down on a mission to deliver supplies in the Warsaw Uprising on Aug 4/5th 1944 If anyone knows where I could obtain a copy I would appreciate hearing from you.
Also if you have any information about Sgt Peterson or his family or that of Sgt P J Anderson RCAF also on that same crew.
Thanks
Rosemary Edmeads daughter of Sgt John Rae RAFVR rear gunner on JP162
Who was KIA
To Kevin P. Massey my father Clifton C. Atkins flew with Squadrons 424,425,428.
Very excited to find my father's service record listed on this site. Thank you
My father, Frederick James Russell, served at RAF Tempsford for part of the war, then transferring to Farnborough. I know nothing of his service record, but would love to find out exactly what he did. He was a quiet, modest man and never spoke of his service.
Any help you could give would be greatly appreciated. He was born in Toronto on May 3rd 1921 and died in 2004.
i served with 445 439 441 sqds in cold lake north bay bagotville sardinia 1 fighter wing marville france joined in 1953 until 1976 i was in armaments maybe some of my old pals will read this and get in touch thanks
As I look back to the rescue of those 19 Greek sailors off the coast of Cape Breton, it is shocking now to realize how poorly we were to equipped to handle difficult rescue missions. Thanks to the skill of the pilots, we pulled it off.
in WW2 I lived in Parkstone, Dorset. We had a family visit from Les Preece RCAF. He was a flier, presumably shot down, and spent some yrs in Stalag luft V, where I wrote to him as a child. He revisited us on his release and returned to Canada, I assume.I do not know if he was family or friend. I am using ancestry for family tree
I was looking for something and i found it on your website. Excellent. Keep up the good work!
Currently I researching 427 Sqdn Halifax DK141 ,ZL-N shotdown 22/23 June 1943 on an Ops to M
SPECIAL DUTIES 148 SQUADRON.
I am interested in tracing surviving crew members or their families of Special Duties RAF 148 Squadron serving in Brindisi, Italy 1944 My dad Sgt John F C Rae RAFVR was rear gunner on JP162 FS-S which failed to return Aug 4/5th 1944 was attached to 148 Squadron which served to aid the Polish people in WW2.
His crew were:
F/O Gavin McCall Pilot RAFVR KIA
FL/Eng Sgt R O Anderson RCAF Evader
Air/Eng Sgt P J Anderson RCAF Evader
W/Op/Air/Gun Sgt Jolley RAFVR Evader
Air/Gun Sgt John F C Rae RAFVR KIA
Air/Gun Sgt Cliffird Aspinall RAFVR KIA
Sgt Underwood, Evader
Four crew were able to bale our before plane crashed near Wojnarowa near Krakow. They successfully returned to the UK in March 1945 with the help of the partisans. My dad, F/O McCall and Sgt Aspinall were buried by the villagers and later re interred at Krakow Rakowicki Cemetery Many planes and crews were lost that night The crews are also buried in Krakow.
I am interested in finding any members of that flight or their families or anyone else who may have know my dad during his short service with RAFVR (May 1943 to Aug 1944)who would be willing to share their stories.I am trying to keep the memory of my dad and his crew alive by tracing their service and like many folks of my age I did not know my dad.
"Whilst their names are spoken among the people they will never be forgotten...." old Celtic saying told to me by Terry Marker of Operationdarkofthemoon.
Thanks
Kind regards
Rosemary Edmeads nee Rae
Enjoy your many sites, been looking for catalogue without any luck.
Hi,
I have just discovered your beautiful site this morning.
I served in the R.C.A.F. from May 25, 1953 to May 25, 1958 and retired with the rank of L.A.C.
On my retirement, I have served as a Field Engineer for the Company CAE, on all the RCAF sites in Quebec and the Maritimes. The two sites in France and the two sites in Germany. I have also served on the CF104 Flight Simulators in Turkey. Follosing this I served on the "Distant Early Warning" line for four and a half years.
My total association with "Aviation" is around 17 years.
Best regards to the members and ex-members of the RCAF.
After 28 years as a Stock Broker, I am presently working as an Author and Consultant and have self-published a book titled "CONVERTIBLE BONDS DEMYSTIFIED" (EbOOK: isbn: 978-1-4269-4691-2.
Have a good day.
hi,
Could anyone help me. i am trying to trace relatives or anyone who knows about Dennis Alec 'lofty' Matthews who flew with the RAF in 1944 in 196 Squadron. He is featured in the forthcoming book published in January entitled
SHERLOCKS SQUADRON.
Many thanks
Steve Holmes
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