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The ground staff of an RAF advanced Spitfire squadron In Italy organised a concert for
The ground staff of an RAF advanced Spitfire squadron In Italy organised a concert for their fellow airmen.
Picture shows: A group of the concert party.
From left to right (front row): Aircraftsman 2nd Class F. Collins of
Oldham, Leading Aircraftsman F. Wardell of Manchester, Sergeant A. Gill of Meadowfield, County Dur ham, Leading Aircraftman H. Prestage of London (producer of the Show), Pilot Officer M. Burrows of London, Leading Aircraftman R. Dandy of Brighton.
Back row from left to right: Squadron Leader P.C.W Disney of Chorley Wood, Aircraftman 1st class E.A. Jives of Perryvale, Sergeant James Walker of Manchester; Sergeant H.Smith of Bristol ( seated), Corporal W. Radley of Fleetwood, Flight Sergeant V. Carter of Croydon (seated), Sergeant G. Clatback of Bishops Auckland (seated) and Leading Aircraftman C.H. Karn of Praze, Cornwall.
December 1943
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Italy
Media ID 21899019
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1943 Allied Invasion Of Italy Armed Forces Italian Campaign Off Duty Relaxing Royal Air Force Services
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The Ground Staff's Musical Tribute: RAF Spitfire Squadron Organizes Concert for Comrades in Italy". In the midst of the chaos and uncertainty of war, a group of dedicated ground staff from an advanced Spitfire squadron in Italy found solace and respite through music. This print captures a heartwarming moment as they organized a concert to uplift the spirits of their fellow airmen. Pictured here is the talented ensemble, standing proud and united. In the front row, we see Aircraftsman 2nd Class F. Collins from Oldham, Leading Aircraftsman F. Wardell hailing from Manchester, Sergeant A. Gill representing Meadowfield in County Durham, Leading Aircraftman H. Prestage all the way from London (also serving as the show's producer), Pilot Officer M. Burrows proudly representing his hometown London again, and Leading Aircraftman R. Dandy adding his charm to this remarkable gathering. The back row showcases more brave individuals who contributed to this extraordinary event: Squadron Leader P. C. W Disney from Chorley Wood leading by example; Aircraftman 1st class E. A Jives showing Perryvale's talent; Sergeant James Walker bringing Manchester pride once again; Sergeant H. Smith seated with Bristol's honor; Corporal W. Radley representing Fleetwood with distinction; Flight Sergeant V. Carter seated gracefully showcasing Croydon's spirit; Sergeant G. Clatback seated humbly but proudly representing Bishops Auckland; and finally, Leading Aircraftman C. H. Karn joining them all the way from Praze in Cornwall. This touching photograph was taken during December 1943 when these courageous men took time off duty to create an unforgettable evening filled with music that resonated deep within their souls amidst World War II’s Italian campaign.
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