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Patrolling the English coast
Mr. Smith recalls arriving in England and his first posting.
The Art of Deception
Mr. Bruce describes strategies used by the British to convince the Germans that an invasion would take place in the Calais area of France.
Air Raid Deterrents
Mr. Bruce describes blackouts, in England, to deter air raids. He also describes the use of cable secured balloons used to entangle low-flying German aircraft.
Painting Hats
Mrs. Harvey talks about the trend of painting hats and what she did differently.
Christmas at the Hospital
Mrs. Harvey recalls one Christmas at the hospital and what they did to cheer some of the patients up.
Having Faith
Mrs. Harvey remembers praying a lot and having unexploded bombs in the streets.
The Sounds of Enemy Bombers
Mrs. Harvey remembers hearing the sound of enemy aircraft while on leave at home in Croydon, Surrey.
Running for You Life
Mrs. Harvey gives us a sense of what it was like when enemy aircraft bombed nearby.
Uniforms Were Important
Mrs. Harvey explains that even in war times fashion and uniforms were important to the girls.
Fiancé Was a Pilot
Mrs. Harvey explains the circumstances surrounding the death of her fiancé and reads a letter.
Impending Invasion
Mr.Snell recalls how the ground crew were concerned that they were expected to defend the airbase if an invasion occurred.
Armed at all times
Mr.Snell recalls having to be armed at all times while working on the planes, in case of an invasion on the airbase.
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