

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)


Sergeant William Arnott McLeod, 115 Squadron, Royal Air Force
By Jeremy Elsworth
United Kingdom

Sergeant Sydney Peter Herman Purchase, Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
By Jeremy Elsworth
United Kingdom

Sergeant Peter Robert Peart, Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
By Jeremy Elsworth
United Kingdom

Leading Aircraftman Robert George Glaze, Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
By Jeremy Elsworth
United Kingdom

Flying Officer Alexander Bruce Smeaton, 83 Squadron, Royal Air Force
By Jeremy Elsworth
United Kingdom
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