There was also a gunner who flew with Bomber Command. I think he was West Indian. I believe he was Killed in Action. Maybe Martin could throw a...
A lot of the people were elderley and several of the 'Prisoners' were of a very slight build. Also, the use of oversized clothing helped to make...
Absolutely Paul, i just made an example of the Lancs as that was the story i was told. What a sad end for so many great planes :(
I quite agree sapper, there was no invasion. However, IF there was an incident, we are talking of a Commando style raid, not a full blown...
This was broadcast to the German troops, not to the British. Theres too much that is left to question to say that it 'did' or 'didnt' happen for...
Just to throw another spanner in the works, at the same time, in Germany, the German radio stations told the people of a 'Glorious attempt to...
I have visited Shingle Street about 3 times. Its a remote place, with a strange atmosphere. Anyway, i hope this link helps....
Well, at least theres one, Martin !! I have not visited Hendon for several years, so i would imagine that the collection has increased. Have they...
There were so many post-war aircraft that were developed from WW2 types, using the experience and knowledge that had been learned in battle. I...
Anyway, back to reality.. :rolleyes: I dont think that there are any twin engine whirlwinds left either. Or Brigands... :(
Well, in which case you have obviously made up your mind. good luck !
Well, in which case it is not YOUR fault if that is what you have been taught. However, i consider the Imperial War Museum to be a Fairly good...
In which case, you would know the facts. The sources i have used over the years are as stated previously. The Lend-lease situation is by no means...
Erm... Imperial War Museum, countless webites, books...HISTORICAL FACT.... It doesn't take much effort to do a little research yourself... You may...
Back onto a WW2 subject, mentioned earlier, The Lend-Lease agreement between Great Britain and the USA was a lifeline to the people of Britain. In...
Unfortunately, a comment to a visitor such as that, or being fed the wrong info can have dramatic results !!! you would have thought that the IWM...
The research was carried out FOR the BBC, through a third party company. As i mentioned, we were given access to certain documents, which had been...
In reply to the Historian, I think you will find that Lend-lease was not a 'swap' at all. The name suggests that it was, but even a small bit of...
Mankind........
