

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)


Warrant Officer Christopher Arthur Saunders, 49 Sqn. R.A.F., A Crew Reunited After 67 Years
By MALCOLM PEEL
United Kingdom

Second Lieutenant Sydney Hopewell Wright, R.A.F., Died through injuries received whilst flying at Redcar
By Steve Kallaste
United Kingdom

Pilot Officer Kenneth Allan Ramsay, 40430, 14 OTU R.A.F., Buried in Cottesmore (St Nicholas) Cemetery
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Leading Aircraftman Eric Owen Backshall (W/Op/AG), 751665, of 14 OTU R.A.F.
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Pilot Officer Anthony Merritt, 108955, 33 Squadron R.A.F. - Alamein Memorial
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
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