

Air Force
War in the air developed from its infancy in the First World War, to become an integral part of modern combat during the second. Pilots, air crew and ground crew of all nations faced tough conditions and immense danger during both world wars as they did battle among the clouds. Tell us their stories. (Image: © RAF Air Historical CH5245)


Aircraftsman 1st Class Matthew Charles Kettle, 12817, Royal Australian Air Force

Pilot Officer John Swinnerton Thompson, 184972, RAFVR, 78 Squadron, Bomber Command
By David Nixon
United Kingdom

Sergeant Andrew McFarlane - 'Pilot'
By Susan Strang
United Kingdom

Sergeant Frank Gordon Fallows Perry 570323, 16 Squadron, Royal Air Force
By Tim Finch
United Kingdom

Sergeant Gerald Boyle 979835, Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
By Meg Gain
United Kingdom
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