Along the French coast of the English Channel, west of Boulogne, there is a series of large War Grave Cemeteries … More
Tag: RAF
September 24. Ards brothers in UK and USA forces WW1. Roll of Honour
Photo – HRH King Charles at the 75th – anniversary remembrance of Operation Market Garden. Today’s Roll includes John Robinson … More
September 6. Inniskilling Fusilier’s heroism recognised for rescue of six. Roll of Honour
The heroism of Inniskilling Fusilier Joseph Quinn in 1916 is inspirational. The Dungannon man under heavy fire rescued two officers … More
September 4. They have no headstones – Named at Ploegsteert and Runnymeade. Roll of Honour
The WW1 Memorial at Ploegsteert (photo) and the WW2 RAF Memorial at Runnymeade provide the focus today – the Anniversary … More
August 17. Tony Lovell, decorated WW2 air ace. Roll of Honour
Wing Commander Anthony Lovell (second from left) was a decorated ace who served in the Royal Air Force during the … More
July 30. Passchendaele, Campbell College and Castlerock. Roll of Honour
Campbell College CCF Pipes and Drums at the Menin Gate, Ypres. Tomorrow marks the anniversary of the Battle of Passchendaele … More
July 27. Bangor pilot fought in Battle of Britain, Russia and Africa. Roll of Honour
Thomas McCann joined the RAFVR in January 1939, was called up on the outbreak of war, and got his wings … More
June 19. Belfast RAF man spent year with Belgian underground. Roll of Honour
After crash landing in Belgium, Belfast RAF man, Walter Berry, stayed from May 44 until liberation with the underground. In … More
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