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Iconic Lancaster marks 80 years in the sky
For many it's the sound as well as the sight of an Avro Lancaster which makes her such a unique aircraft. Today marks 80 years since Roy Chadwick's invention took its first flight. The four-engined night bomber went on to take part in some of the most famous operations during the Second World War including the Dambusters raid.
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Remembrance is so important, it transcends everything
For Bomber Command veteran Jack Watson Remembrance Sunday has always been a day of quiet reflection. So this year will be no different, despite the COVID-19 restrictions as he looks forward to watching the national commemorations while remembering his own, personal story.
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Bomber Command veterans visit Holland to commemorate Operation Manna
Earlier this month, Second World War Bomber Command veterans, Jack Cook and Tom Rogers were accompanied by Jim Dooley and Mark Montgomery, as guests of honour, joining an international service at the Memorial of Tolerance in Haalen, Holland.
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Second World War pilot urges RAF veterans to get in touch
Second World War pilot George Dunn DFC spoke to Thales' staff earlier this week and explained why the RAF Benevolent Fund's appeal is so important.
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Why the men of Bomber Command must never be forgotten
Before any troops even set foot on the beaches on 6 June 1944, Bomber Command had already lost almost 300 aircraft and 2,000 men (1,500 killed) attacking invasion targets. Wing Commander John Bell MBE tells us about the significant contribution made by the RAF and Bomber Command in D-Day and why this must never be forgotten.
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RAF Bomber Command veteran turns 100
On Monday 4 February 2019, RAF veteran John Oliver 'Jo' Lancaster celebrated his 100th birthday surrounded by friends, family and his comrades from Bomber Command at Princess Marina House in Rustington.
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Well-wishers donate more than £20,000 for Bomber Command Memorial repairs
Public reaction to the vandalism of Bomber Command Memorial has been overwhelming with support flooding in from around the world.
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Statement: Bomber Command Memorial damage
We have been overwhelmed by the public's response to the vandalism carried out at the Bomber Command Memorial on Sunday night. The incredible generosity of our supporters has seen more than £11,000 in donations made to help cover the costs of the repair work.
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Tributes paid to Bomber Command veteran Harry Irons
All at the RAF Benevolent Fund are mourning the loss of Harry Irons DFC - one of the greatest supporters of the Bomber Command Memorial – after he passed away this weekend.
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Veteran remember 55,573 Bomber Command comrades
More than 200 Bomber Command veterans and their families gathered to remember their fallen comrades at a service at Bomber Command Memorial in London's Green Park today.
