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The RAF's vital role in the Dunkirk evacuation
On 26 May 1940, Prime Minister Winston Churchill ordered the start of Operation Dynamo – the evacuation of more than 330,000 Allied troops from the beaches of Dunkirk during WWII. RAF Fighter Command began to operate patrols from Boulogne to Dunkirk and the operations were to continue for the next nine days during the evacuation.
Honouring the heroes of Bomber Command on the 75th anniversary of the First Thousand Bomber Raid
30 May marks the 75th anniversary of the First 1000 Bomber Raid – an overnight bombing of Cologne by the RAF in 1942 and notably one of the largest attacks in World War Two history.
Friends of the Fund!
Last Wednesday, the Fund held a special dinner to recognise the ongoing support of its Life Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents, Ambassadors and Friends.
RAF Lossiemouth's Shane takes on the Etape Loch Ness
Squadron Leader Shane Spence from RAF Lossiemouth recently took on the Etape Loch Ness, a challenging cycle ride, to raise money for our work.
Speaking out about mental health
It's Mental Health Awareness Week all this week and while more and more RAF personnel and veterans are seeking support for mental health problems, many still suffer in silence.
Air Commodore Paul Hughesdon: Fighting the Stigma
We're used to seeing veterans suffering the physical effects of their military service, but because mental health issues aren't always visible, it's extremely challenging to know which of our comrades may be suffering in silence.
How we supported Flight Sergeant Mark Yardley
Flight Sergeant Mark Yardley and his wife Dawn were excitedly looking forward to the birth of their son, Sam, in May 2006. But complications during Dawn's labour meant Sam had been starved of oxygen during delivery and they were later given the devastating news that he had suffered brain damage.
Residents rate Princess Marina House one of the top 20 care homes in South East England
Our respite home in West Sussex, Princess Marina House, has been chosen by residents and their families as one of the Top 20 care homes in South East England.
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RAF Benevolent Fund honours outstanding supporters at annual awards ceremony
Last night we held our annual RAFBF Awards at the Royal College of Surgeons in London to celebrate and honour its supporters, donors and volunteers for their remarkable contributions.
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Taking on the London Marathon in honour of the fallen
For Squadron Leader Craig Hodgskinson, working with the RAF's wounded, injured and sick has inspired him to take part in this year's London Marathon.
