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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…

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The lasting legacy of Stan and Joyce Smith

Former RAF Flight Lieutenant Stan Smith and his wife, former WAAF Pilot Officer Joyce Smith, generously donated £50,000 as a legacy gift in their Wills to the RAF…

The Dowding System and the role of radar in the Battle of Britain

The Dowding System was the air defence network used during The Battle of Britain. It has been credited for giving Britain a critical advantage over Germany, as they…

RAF wife Amileigh Salt and her husband, with their two young children, stood in front of a spitfire.

Your support means everything

During the drone attack in March, Amileigh and her family found themselves in an uncertain situation far from home. Your support meant we could be there for the family,…

17 September 2026
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Sergeant Lincoln Orville Lynch DFM, an air gunner serving with 102 Squadron

Far and wide, your donations are touching people’s lives

The dedication to the RAF that members of the Commonwealth have shown throughout history should never be understated or forgotten. Your support makes sure it never will…

17 September 2026
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Sergeant Alan (pictured) has served for 22 years in the RAF, now working for the RAF Force Protection Centre at RAF Honington.

Be proud to support serving personnel like Alan

When Sergeant Alan found himself struggling with the effects of post-operational stress, he realised he couldn’t face it alone. Reaching out for support was a difficult…

17 September 2026
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