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The unsurpassed gallantry of 302 and 303 Squadron

The film Hurricane, which tells the tale of the bravery of the Polish Fighter Squadrons, was released in the UK in September 2018. Back then, inspired by the movie we…

How we helped veteran Arthur Northfield

Delays in repairs left RAF veteran Arthur Northfield strip washing over a sink before the Fund stepped in to provide a grant to replace his boiler.

15 August 2020

The Polish ace pilot who took the fight to Germany

By the end of the Battle of Britain the Poles had developed a fearsome reputation in combat, with 303 Squadron claiming the highest number of victories despite only…

Take the mic! Former Red Arrows Red 10 launches Blades' Commentary Competition

The RAF Benevolent Fund has collaborated with the Blades Aerobatic Team to launch an exciting online competition. Fronted by Blade 3 Mike Ling, former Red Arrows Red 10,…

12 August 2020

The squadrons that took part in the Battle of Britain

The Battle of Britain is remembered as an extremely important air campaign fought over southern England in the summer and autumn of 1940. It was initiated by Adolf…

The important role the ground crew played in the Battle of Britain

The Late Battle of Britain veteran Stan Hartill worked as a member of the ground crew on the early Mark II Spitfires.