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Hello, I noticed my uncles name William Watt 1108788 appears in your list. I would be interested to hear from anyone who may have known of him or about him.

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Hello. I am presently reading 'Bomber Boys', and was surprised upon learning in chapter two, that on 12/12/44, Lancaster 'C-Charlie' was ditched in the North Sea on its first operation with its new crew, who happily survived. My late father flew most of his 37 op's with 218 in C-Charlie, the last being an attack on Solingen on 5/11/44, after which he was posted to 243 transport sqdn.

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I am researching Flying Officer Sam M J Lloyd 218 Squadron, he flew 10 ops in 1944, 1 to Wemars Cappel on Stirlings, the rest on Lancasters including Frankfurt, Duisburg, Saarbrucken, Kleeve
Looking for any one whos relative flew with him or any crew photos.

Cheers

mark

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Astonished to find a photo of Joey Curle's funeral (Sgt J Curle Odense cemetery) attended by two members of his crew- the only such photo of a funeral we could find on your site. Joey would have been my uncle had he survived and it seems all the more tragic that he was the only one of the crew not to survive. His brother my father also served in the RAF but spent most of the war in Canada teaching navigation. He was awarded the BEM for his work.

Joey had 2 further brothers but they had died of natural causes well before the war.

In 1946 the family received a letter from Denmark about his funeral and the speech by the German Chaplain. We have a copy of the letter.

We found your website on the squadron's history quite marvellous. Another discovery was that we regularly drive over the site of one of the squadron's airfields : Downham Market!

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Hi there, my name is Diana, and my father flew for the RAF in WWII His name was Irven Granger112297 McDaniel . He was the capt. of a short Sterling and shot down on a bombing mission.

Dad has been dead for a long time but I'm trying to find anything info on his time in the RAF and POW Camp SL III. I have some things you might be interested in. A letter, photographs, thinks of that nature. Thank you so much for the wonderful work you do. It means a lot to me.
Take care, Diana McDanile Hampo

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My Uncle Sgt John Dawson was a flight Engineer in 218 squadron and based at RAF Downham Market.
On 1/10/42 in a sterling bomber W7613 on a raid on lubeck, he was shot down at the harbour entrance at Esbjerg in Holland with the loss of all the crew.

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My uncle was Sergeant George Leslie Banks he was a member of the crew of N6077 HA-V and was killed nr Grasborn Germany one crew member survived a Sergeant W E Jackson.I visited the cemetry at Hanover to visit the graves of the crew it was a lovely spot that the grave was in. The rest of the crew were AE Gough K A Taylor E J Forward G C Layley N Whitehead LC Ehrhart. I would be interested to know if there are any relatives of these people around???

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Is there anyone who knows of, or recalls, Noel Newton-Howes who joined this squadron in 1937. He trained pilots, but that may have been later in the war with another squadron

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Where the hell is part II???????
Looking for information about my Uncle Stanley Frank Chudzik, 218 (RAF) SQDN RCAF, Royal Canadian Air Force, Service No:J/18248 C.A. Died: 16/08/1943, buried Lyon French National Cemetery, Rhone, France

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My uncle was Flt/ Lt Ken Mackenzie and was killed on 7/8th March 1945 when his Lancaster crashed after being severely hit at Marisfeld, Thuringer Germany. I have been to the crash site and met the former mayor who saw the event and descendants of the towns folk who collected the bodies and buried then until the end of the war. There is a memorial cross for each of the crew members in the church at Marisfeld. It is a humbling experience as the towns folk have made the crash part of their towns history. I would love to be in contact with any family of the crew or any of those who flew with him. The story of how I came to go to Marisfeld is a long one but is totally attributed to the association and for that I thank them it has given us a lot of comfort to know how he died, and the story that is the end of his life

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My uncle Jack (John Yeoman) was a navigator in 218. Shot down over Frankfurt 12-13 Sept 44 and buried at Rheinberg. My father never did find out when and how but now thanks to your site and the "Lost Bomber" site I have a connection with the uncle I never met,a man that my father missed terribly.

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Hi David,

My uncle, F/S Donald Robertson, was killed the same night - 12/13 Sept 1944. A seven crew of NF906 were killed at Bad Homburg near Franfurt. I too am seeking info on events and any crew photos.

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Dear Sir/Madam - or to whom it may concern.
Greetings to all in RAF and to all the relatives who lost family members.
I have visited several cementeries in Denmark to see and take care of RAF WAR Graves and in Reerslev there is the grave for James Mellon Traynor from Scotland and now - in few days - I go to Scotland to visit family to James M. Traynor and goes to his hometown.
Greetings from Britta Pedersen

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My uncle was a pilot with 218 squadron and wrote a short book about a bombing raid over Berlin in 1941. His name was John P Dobson. Would love to hear from anyone interested in his accounts of that night.

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Hi my name is Les Coates, and my relative was Ken Coates, who was killed on May 18 1941. I have some photos and details of the crew.
Would these be of any use to the association.

Regards Les

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My father Ernest Dudley Brockhurst was Flt. Lieu in 218 Squadron during Operation Glimmer.I am trying to find out about when he was shot down in1944 & found by the Americans

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My father Len or "Gill" Gillies was a bomb aimer on Lancs V-Victor and Q-Queenie at Chedburgh during 1944 and 45. Flew 14 Ops mainly with P/O Guinane as pilot. Still living in Newcastle at age 87. We have some information on ops and some pictures which would be a good addition to this website and would be happy to provide copies. Also Dad would love to hear more of anyone he may remember through the sqadron association.

Please reply to me and I will forward as Dad doesn't have email.

Regards,
Douglas Gillies

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Really interesting site and history, but I'm perplexed not to see pilot officer WRHN (Noel) Newton-Howes not mentioned. I'm trying to find out about his experiences during the war for my children (he was their grandfather). He was transferred to the squadron on 4th Jan 1937. I believe he spent at least part of the war training pilots, and flew in some bombing raids. If anyone knows anything about him, I'd be interested to hear.

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My uncle Thomas McCord Campbell is buried in Nossegem, Belgium. My brother and I have both visited. I also place a cross at the memorial in Portrush, Co.antrim every year. I did'nt know there was anyone else with family ties to Tom and would dearly love to hear from them.

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I am researching my late fathers war records within 218 Squadron and was amazed to find a photograph of him attending the funeral of one of his fellow crew members, Sergeant Joseph Curle on this site.

My father,Flt Sergeant KL Richards No.1189100 POW NO.847 was kept a prisoner of war for the duration.
I have evidence he was in both Stalag Luft 1 and Stalag Luft 4 but the trail goes cold after that.
If anyone can supply me with any information regarding him, it would be very much appreciated.

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My Father was Pilot Officer Eric Connell who is mentioned in the "incidents" log in this web site on 11 March 1945 at Chedburgh with his Lancaster. He survived the war with his crew and flew in the RAF and Airlines until he retired. He died in 2004. I have a photo of him with his crew and his Lancaster, which I believe was taken at Chedburgh. Ian Connell

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My Dad, Ron Pybus flew in a Lancaster with Sqd 218 as front gunner and bombardier. He had many great stories to tell. I miss him a lot, he passed away in 1992. Anyone out there who knew him please feel free to contact me.

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This is a reply to Brian from Bournemouth. My uncle, F/Lt Johnnie du Toit of South Africa was the pilot of the aircraft in which Brian's father was killed while serving as the tail gunner. The aircraft did return to base but my uncle was killed a month later on 1 October 1942 after a raid on Lubeck. The entire crew was lost and only the bodies of my uncle and Wing Commander Read, the CO of the squadron were recovered and are buried in Esbjerg Denmark.

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Flt Sgt Celt Williams reported missing on his 23rd birthday with 218 sqdn, lost on operations 31 Dec 1944.

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I am trying to find out more about the Squadron during the war as my late father (Ronald Dicker) was ground crew for the Lancaster bombers and would like to find out more.

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My great grandfather was a sgt Roy Webster navigator in 142 sq
Wellington bj653 crew members J heddon rnzaf,ralph Taylor rcaf,
harry stift RAF ,alex Paton rcaf all abandoned stricken bomber
roy after little adventure became a pow at stalag Luft I stalag Luft VI
anyone with any information regarding any of the above would be
gratefully appreciated

thanks

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My father , Flt Sergeant Francis Rogers , was killed in the rear turret on 2nd September 1942 while on a raid over enemy territory . I am trying to obtain more information . Copies of letters and telegrams and the 1942-1045 combat report no.11 , Captain P/O Du Toit , on this web site give conflicting information .

The combat report mentions baled out , letter from Record Office states aircraft failed to return , letter from Commanding Officer states he was killed instantaneously by cannon fire from an enemy fighter , further letter from Record Office states identification was by two crew members ,and a further telegram from Adjt RAF Station Marham regarding burial arrangements . He was buried in Newry N.Ireland .

I am trying to obtain more information . Such as the identity and number of the aircraft and names of crew members , did all the crew bale out or did most bale out and the captain eventually land the aircaft in UK . In other words what did actually happen to this aircraft and its crew . Can anyone help .

Thanks in advance .

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Hi all. I'm trying to trace information about my great-uncle Raymond Finch, who was a Sergeant (Pilot) with 18 Sqdn. He died on active service on 22/04/1941, Service No: 907613. He's buried at Milizac churchyard. Does anyone know the circumstances surround the loss of the aircraft he was flying that night? Thanks in advance.

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My uncle C A Brennan was the navigator killed on the mission that A Aaron won the VC in 1943.

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My uncle, Hugh Clements was navigator on the final flight home Jan 1, 1945. Hope to see gravesite at Leopoldsburg in November.

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Just happened to be in Longstanton, and took a look at All Saints churchyard.Being interested in the RAF, I was very interested to discoverwhat had happened to P/O Wheelwright,Sgt Clapperton,Sgt Dennis and Aircraftsman Harrison. My guess that they had been killed in a Blenheim was confirmed by your website. Very grateful.
R.I.P

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ik zoek de voornamen vanAttwood,RH.Po 80197,--Green, AW. Po 104402,--Hayden Sgt 620195,Mulroy,TP Sgt 537282,--

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I am trying to find out more about an old friend of mine , Robin Balls, who recently passed away. He was posted to 218 as a Battle pilot in 1937 and later also flew the Blenheim. I know that he spent a period in hospital and later served on the ground at Chedburgh ( possibly as Adj). He finished the war as a Sqn Ldr but never spoke in any detail about his wartime activites to his family or to me.

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My great uncle was Lt Roderick John Chisholm who was apparently the squadron's first casualty.
I'd be interested to know more about the circumstances of his accident if any information is available.
I also have a fine photograph of him which I would be happy to let you have for your records.

Alastair Chisholm
Hampshire

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HELLO,
I HAVE BEEN COLLECTING ANYTHING TO DO WITH THE RAF IN WW2 AND HAVE SOME 218 SQDRN GEAR FROM A GUNNER . IM LOOKING FOR ANY OTHER THINGS OF INTEREST AND COPIES OF LANC PHOTOS FROM 218 SQD AIRCRAFT HA E , HA U , HA M ,HA G ,HA V, HA B, HA D, XH K, XH L, XH A, XH D, XH F, XH B, XH J, XH K .
THE GUNNER IM RESEARCHING IS IVOR REGINALD TURLEY 3050665

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I have been looking for my lost relative Sgt Ralph Waters KIA 27.6.1942 and found him and his cemetary plot listed on your website. Many thanks! You have provided the family with some key answers about him and his grave.

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RAAF P/O Robert Grivell was posted to 218 Squadron on 24 Nov. 1944 and was Captain of Lancaster PB768 in the operation against Vohwinkel on the 1 Jan. 1945. The returning aircraft was damaged by American Antiaircraft fire and crashed near Emines in Belgium. P/O George Ingram was the only survivor. Is there any member with photos of 218 Squadron crew and quarters from 24 Nov. 1945 and Lancaster PB768 who would be willing provide us with copies at our cost.

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My father was flight engineer on Q Queenie from the beginning of 1945 until the end of the war. He sadly died in 1989 before the creation of the association, but I was lucky enough to meet the last surviving member of the crew at a squadron reunion a few years ago, and we have met up several times since. He was the bomb aimer, Gordon Nicholls, "Nick" to the crew, who passed away recently. My mother Edith, whose name members might have seen written on the side of Q Queenie and myself would like to send our sincere condolences to his family in Taunton, and hope that we will meet again one day.
We would would also like to echo the thanks of all those who have attended the reunions to Margery for her efforts in running the association over the years, and to Sylvia for all her hard work, and we are both looking forward to the final "show" in July. Pete and Edith Farnell

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My father, R H Balls who died 24.3.10 aged 92 joined 218(B) Squadron as a P/O on the 23.10.37 at Upper Heyford. His logbook records that he flew Hinds until 21.1.38 and then Battles until 29.8.39 at that time he was a F/O and OC of A Flight. He was posted to 35 Squadron at Cranfield on the 30.9.39. There are several entries that show that he flew with P/O Imrie. As a child I remember Jimmy Imrie staying with us after returning as a POW and before he return to Southern Rhodesia. There are two entries of forced landings in Battles and I have found 2 photos of the damaged aircraft.

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Hi
My dad was Flight Sergeant TOM MORTIMER he was a tail gunner in the Squadron during the war. Sadly he passed away january 2007.
I have a tankard of his made from battlefiled brass presented to him for winning a snooker competition I believe when he was in Africa. It shows the battlefields of Africa.
John

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My Great Uncle, Randall Robinson Browne, CMM(A) USN 1917-1919 was one of the Americans assigned to the RAF 218 Squadron in 1918. In searching among my mother, CMMC(A) Browne's niece, Salie Browne (Bennett) McCaffrey's estate items, I recently found a 48 page WW-I photo album, about three dozen WW-I photos, and several 'original' items and papers related to Uncle Randall's military service in WW-I as a U S Naval Aviator, including service with the RAF 218 Squadron. I have scanned these items and placed them on a CD-R in JPEG format. Do you have any interest in these items, e.g., a copy of the CD-R?
Sig, Carl Melvin Bennett, BEE, MS
US DON CIViLIAN ENGINEER (retired);
Graduate of the USN Naval War College College of Naval Warfare - Class of 1982.
p.s. I now reside in Panama City, FL 32405.

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Researching career of Edward De Joux for family. Flew two sorties with 218 SQN in August 1941 on Wellingtons as a Sergeant rear gunner. Looking for extracts of the Operations Records Book showing De Joux and crew and mission details for the two sorties. Would be grateful if any advice or information be given.

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Hello...

I'm looking for a picture of a Wellington Mk.1C of the 218 Squadron. I hope somone can mail me one?

Thanks

Greatz René

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//for my uncle John Henry Tales 218sqdn who was killed 8.11.44 over
Germany. He was Pilot Officer killed for volunteering for this fatal mission.

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My grandfather faught in WW2 in 218 squadron and was a Bomb Aimer in a Lancaster Bomber.

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Any information on JH Tales would be appreciated (Known as Jack) He is mentioned in the book one of butch's boys.

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Good to see some recognition for 218. My father was a part-time air gunner on 218 Hinds in the 1930s and returned to the squadron in the Wellington and Stirling era as a rear gunner. Two tours, wounded, survived, he mourned his 218 comrades until the end. Ian Macdonald

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Hi, I am researching for a friend whose father J. Warnes was shot down on 21/22 April 1943 in a Stirling Bomber near to Stralsund. Four men where killed including his father and three survived. The survivors were D.W Lewin, F.C Robinson and H.L Shackleton. We wondered if anyone knew the survivors and had any information about the crash and what happened to the four dead. We would be very grateful for any info anyone has.

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Hello, Does anyone know the circumstances surrounding the loss of Lancaster NF911 HA-F on 12-13/09/1944 on a Frankfurt raid. All crew killed and buried in Rheinburg War Cemetery , Germany. Where was the crash site?

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Hello, I am the grandaughter of Dick Perry.