Second World War

The fighting of the Second World War touched every corner of the globe, on land, on sea and in the air. Today, nearly 600,000 Second World War casualties are commemorated by the CWGC in cemeteries and memorials around the world. Tell us their stories. (Image: © IWM E 17110)

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Sergeant Wisden Warwick 917925, RAFVR, 209 Squadron

Second World War Air Force United Kingdom RUNNYMEDE MEMORIAL

By Philip Baldock

United Kingdom

Flying Officer George Mercer McKinlay 136433, RAFVR, 610 Squadron

Second World War Air Force United Kingdom GATESHEAD (SALTWELL) CEMETERY

By Philip Baldock

United Kingdom

Civilian George Harold Anstey

Second World War Civilian War Dead 1939-1945 United Kingdom BATTLE, RURAL DISTRICT

By Philip Baldock

United Kingdom

Ensign Vera Leigh – SOE Operative

Second World War Army United Kingdom Women at war BROOKWOOD 1939-1945 MEMORIAL

Section Officer Muriel Tamara Byck – SOE Operative

Second World War Air Force United Kingdom Women at war PORNIC WAR CEMETERY

Section Officer Diana Rowden – SOE Operative

Second World War Air Force United Kingdom Women at war RUNNYMEDE MEMORIAL

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