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Value of Work

Value of Work

Mr. Seale expresses his opinion on the importance of the supply officer’s work and the contribution made to military service.

Work as a System Analyst

Work as a System Analyst

Mr. Seale describes the responsibilities of a systems analyst using computerized structure, assessing and writing programs to improve the process of supply delivery.

Duty as a Supply Officer

Duty as a Supply Officer

Mr. Seale explains the structure of obtaining supplies and the maintenance of aircraft equipment.

Flying the Beaches on D-Day

Flying the Beaches on D-Day

Mr. Rohmer talks about flying reconnaissance over the beaches early on D-Day.

Moving from Gatwick to Odiham

Moving from Gatwick to Odiham

Mr. Rohmer describes photographing the "noball" sites in France, and describes what "noball" sites were. He also recalls the movement of his squadron from Gatwick to Odiham.

Italian Operations

Italian Operations

Mr. Yarnell describes the 601 Squadron’s operations in Italy in support of Monte Cassino and Anzio.

Flying Skill Level of Squadron

Flying Skill Level of Squadron

Mr. Yarnell describes the skill level of the Squadron and their living conditions in North Africa and Italy.

How to Bail Out and Land

How to Bail Out and Land

Mr. Yarnell describes some characteristics of the Spitfire. He explains how to bail out and how to do a ‘belly’ land in case of trouble.

109's and 190's

109's and 190's

Mr. Yarnell describes encounters with German ME - 109's and Focke Wulf 190's in Italy and talks about the differences between the planes.

The Irony of War / Victoria Cross

The Irony of War / Victoria Cross

Mr. Allen's account of a bomber crash leading to the awarding of the Victoria Cross.

"A Tough Old Bird..."

"A Tough Old Bird..."

Mr. Allen discusses the structure and modifications which made the Wellington into an excellent bomber.

An Island unto Itself

An Island unto Itself

Mr. Allen describes the isolation of the Wellington Bomber's rear turret as well as its armaments and capabilities.

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