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Solihull volunteer honoured for service to veterans

Back in the early days of his active duty in the RAF, Derek Tilford of Solihull, as a junior officer, was responsible for writing reports requesting assistance from…

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The Garden Centre Group digs deep for the RAF Benevolent Fund

The Garden Centre Group is bringing patriotism to flower beds across the country with the launch of their red, white, and blue themed seed packets commemorating the…

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My Tuscany cycle challenge to raise funds for the RAF Benevolent Fund

Wing Commander John Shields from RAF High Wycombe is taking part in a tough cycle challenge through Tuscany along with a few of his colleagues to raise money for our…

31 March 2014

"We will remember them"

Author and historian Steve Darlow today joined air force veterans at Stalag Luft III, Zagan, Poland to mark the 70th Anniversary of the Great Escape.

World War Two POWs recall 'The Great Escape' at Special 70th Anniversary Film Screening

World War Two prisoners of war Jack Lyon, aged 96, and Charles Clarke, aged 90, shared their recollections of 'The Great Escape' at a special screening of the film to…

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Royal Air Force War Artist in Afghanistan sketches life behind the scenes

Sara Waymont has been visiting parts of the Royal Air Force 83 Expeditionary Air Group including 617 'Dambusters' Squadron to record the work of the RAF and raise money…

12 February 2014