

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)


Flight Lieutenant Vincent Parker - 'The Locksmith of Colditz'
By Elizabeth Smith
United Kingdom

Flying Officer (Pilot) 73043 Arthur Guy Evill RAFVR, 201 Squadron
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Flying Officer John Douglas Maddex 137176, RAFVR, 166 Squadron
By Brian Scott
United Kingdom

Pilot Officer Keith Shambler Simpson, 414166, Royal Australian Air Force, 158 Squadron
By Brian Scott
United Kingdom

Lieutenant Joseph Clarke MC , 99 Sqdn Royal Air Force
By Steve Tock
United Kingdom
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