Object 48 – “Air observation post”, painting by Denis Barnham is from the perspective of an army officer who has been trained to fly a light aircraft, as a means of directing artillery fire.

Object courtesy of @RAFMuseum

#DDay #DDay 80 #DDay In80Objects

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On May 3, 1943, Squadron Leader Leonard Trent VC led a daring WWII raid on Amsterdam, facing overwhelming odds without flinching. His valor, earning him the Victoria Cross, remains an inspiration.

Read the full story:
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Had a great research trip to RAF Museum in Hendon. The archivists are just as friendly as they were 20 years ago & I stopped by to say hello to this #AmyJohnson doll. No, not a tiny bit creepy, no. . .

🌟 Next up in our 'D-Day in 80 Objects' series: Object 20 – the Douglas C-47 Dakota aircraft cockpit 🛩️

This RAF aircraft was crucial in the Normandy drops, making multiple flights on D-Day.

I have 83 new followers from USA, UK., South Africa, and more last week. See fedica.com/!RAFMUSEUM

📢MIDS: If you’ve visited our site this week then you may have seen the Lockheed Hercules being carefully cleaned by our Senior Technician - something to do with a strange yellow object being seen in the sky! 🌞

The Falklands favourite is now back to its sparkling self! ✈️✨

[MIDS] Forces in STEM is back with a bang in the Midlands on 25 September ✈️

🔥 For the 4th year, we're bringing you the best of Midlands talent in STEM🔥

PLUS a day of incredible, interactive STEM experiences! 👾

🔍 For KS2

👉 Get your free tickets: bit.pulse.ly/jljji94qk1

It's cleaning time! 🚿🧼

If you visit the Museum over the next week or two then you may be lucky enough to see our team cleaning the aircraft.

🎖️ On this day in 1943, Sgt. Norman Cyril Jackson performed an act of incredible bravery during a WWII raid over Germany, earning the Victoria Cross.

His story of valour and sacrifice is a timeless inspiration.

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📢Last chance to submit papers for the RAF Museum Conference 2024. This year's theme is 'Understanding the Future of Air Power – Air Forces since 1980 and Beyond.'

✍️️Deadline: 28 April
✉️Apply to: [email protected]

Find out more👇
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Yesterday was our ‘The RAF in the Midlands: History and Legacy’ workshop! ✈️

What a great day spent exploring the rich role of the Midlands in the RAF. Thanks to all our amazing speakers 👏

Good morning from RAF Museum’s Midlands site! We’re kicking off our workshop ‘The RAF in the Midlands: History and Legacy’ workshop. Our first speaker today is Prof Harry Bennett, who is talking about his research into RAF Ashbourne and Darley Moor!

Today a group of year eight students embarked on a visit the the RAF Museum where they learned more about STEM in aviation as well as taking part in a workshop around pressure and how pilots can survive whilst flying #royallib

I have 56 new followers from Thailand 🇹🇭, and more last week. See fedica.com/!RAFMUSEUM

🛩️ Our 'D-Day in 80 Objects' series continues with the Hawker Typhoon! These RAF aircraft were crucial in Normandy, supporting ground troops despite heavy losses.
Learn more: theddaystory.pulse.ly/ucdmf6qatf

Happy memories of this being outside RAF Museum

Hawker Hunter photobombing in the background.

🐉✈️ Celebrating #StGeorgesDay by revisiting 'The Spirit of St George: the ‘Many’ & the ‘Few’' from our archives.
A tribute to the RAF heroes who exemplified bravery and sacrifice, just like St George himself. 🔗Read more:
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🛩️ 'Cobras, Hawks, and WASPs: A History of Napier Field, Alabama 1941-1945'

📅 May 16|⏰ 12 PM |📍London & Online

Explore the role of Napier Field in WWII with Colonel Jayson A. Altieri.
🎟️ Free!
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🌟 We recently interviewed the remarkable Elsie Ellis, a 100-year-old ex-WAAF, for RAF Stories.
From cycling through the Blitz to teaching Morse code, Elsie's journey is full of adventure. Full interview coming soon!
Thanks to @starandgarter for making it happen.

Another excellent evening lecture with Runway25 at RAF Museum Cosford from a former Blue Angels , fortunately i saw them in March, well, 2 of them (if look carefully)😁😁