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Monthly Royal Air Force Museum podcast.

noRoyal Air Force Museumpodcasts@rafmuseum.org (RAF Musuem)http://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Pushing-the-Limits.mp3The EAP was a British Design concept for testing the technologies which ultimately went into the Eurofighter Typhoon. This podcast tells the story of its development. [Images courtesy of BAe Systems]Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0100

The EAP was a British Design concept for testing the technologies which ultimately went into the Eurofighter Typhoon. This podcast tells the story of its development. [Images courtesy of BAe Systems]

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Lightning.mp3With the final stages of the Second World War came the first jet fighters; the British Gloster Meteor and the German Messerschmitt 262.This podcast tells the story of the development of the first British supersonic interceptor. Sun, 08 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100

With the final stages of the Second World War came the first jet fighters; the British Gloster Meteor and the German Messerschmitt 262.This podcast tells the story of the development of the first British supersonic interceptor.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/FE2.mp3An FE2b has been rebuilt and is on display at the Royal Air Force Museum in London. This Podcast assesses the reputation of this unusual and influential aircraft which served in the First World War.Sat, 02 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100

An FE2b has been rebuilt and is on display at the Royal Air Force Museum in London. This Podcast assesses the reputation of this unusual and influential aircraft which served in the First World War.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Womens-Suffrage-and-Woman-Pilots.mp3This podcast explains how the pursuit of aviation in the early days was not a wholly male pursuit. Women in Aviation paved the way for gender equality which resulted in women receiving the vote in 1918.Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 Z

This podcast explains how the pursuit of aviation in the early days was not a wholly male pursuit. Women in Aviation paved the way for gender equality which resulted in women receiving the vote in 1918.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Bert-Williams.mp3In this podcast, Bert Williams discusses his life as a professional footballer and his career in the RAF during WWII. Hear about the other famous football stars of the day he played with in the RAF and his time stationed at RAF Cosford. In his own woFri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0100

In this podcast, Bert Williams discusses his life as a professional footballer and his career in the RAF during WWII. Hear about the other famous football stars of the day he played with in the RAF and his time stationed at RAF Cosford. In his own wo

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Bristol-188.mp3The Bristol 188 is one of the most impressive and unusual aircraft in the RAF Museum Cosford’s Research & Development Collection. This is the story of the challenges involved in creating this experimental aeroplane, which was designed to test the effFri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100

The Bristol 188 is one of the most impressive and unusual aircraft in the RAF Museum Cosford’s Research & Development Collection. This is the story of the challenges involved in creating this experimental aeroplane, which was designed to test the eff

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/The-Siege-of-Malta-Part-2.mp3The second part of 'The Siege of Malta' tells of how the Island was eventually liberated by the Royal Air Force and the Maltese population. The Island was awarded the George Cross in recognition of their efforts.Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100

The second part of 'The Siege of Malta' tells of how the Island was eventually liberated by the Royal Air Force and the Maltese population. The Island was awarded the George Cross in recognition of their efforts.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/The-Siege-of-Malta-Part-1.mp3First of a two-part story of the Island of Malta in World War 2. In this podcast: how it was initially thought to be un-defendable against the Axis Powers.Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 Z

First of a two-part story of the Island of Malta in World War 2. In this podcast: how it was initially thought to be un-defendable against the Axis Powers.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Soviet-Overflights.mp3In the early days of the Cold War, the Royal Air Force flew some overflights of the Soviet Union on behalf of our American allies. This podcast illustrates the dangers of flying into Soviet territory.Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 Z

In the early days of the Cold War, the Royal Air Force flew some overflights of the Soviet Union on behalf of our American allies. This podcast illustrates the dangers of flying into Soviet territory.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Saunders-Roe-SRA1.mp3A podcast about the British experimental jet powered flying boatThu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 Z

A podcast about the British experimental jet powered flying boat

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Al-Deere.mp3A biography of Al Deere, a fighter pilot whose autobiography was appropriately titled 'Nine Lives'. He became a highly decorated RAF fighter pilot.Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:00 Z

A biography of Al Deere, a fighter pilot whose autobiography was appropriately titled 'Nine Lives'. He became a highly decorated RAF fighter pilot.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Billy-Fiske.mp3A profile of the first American to die in the War, Battle of Britain pilot Billy Fiske.Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:00 Z

A profile of the first American to die in the War, Battle of Britain pilot Billy Fiske.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Victoria-Crosses.mp3The Victoria Cross was instituted in 1856 as Britain's highest award for valour in the presence of the enemy without regard for rank. This prestigious medal was awarded on three occasions during the official dates of the Battle of Britain.Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 Z

The Victoria Cross was instituted in 1856 as Britain's highest award for valour in the presence of the enemy without regard for rank. This prestigious medal was awarded on three occasions during the official dates of the Battle of Britain.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Blitz.mp3This podcast tells the story of the Blitz on British cities and the RAF's involvement in combatting the enemy bombers.Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast tells the story of the Blitz on British cities and the RAF's involvement in combatting the enemy bombers.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Repeat-Please-English.mp3During the Battle of Britain, Polish pilots flew and fought superbly, destroying large numbers of enemy aircraft at a critical stage in the campaign. This Royal Air Force Museum podcast tells the story of the Poles and celebrates their major contribuMon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

During the Battle of Britain, Polish pilots flew and fought superbly, destroying large numbers of enemy aircraft at a critical stage in the campaign. This Royal Air Force Museum podcast tells the story of the Poles and celebrates their major contribu

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Repeat-Please-Polish.mp3Podczas toczacej sie "Bitwy o Anglie" polscy piloci wykazali sie niezlomna wola walki, zestrzelajac znaczaca ilosc nieprzyjacielskich samolotów w kulminacyjnym momencie Bitwy. Podkast przygotowany przez nasze Muzeum Lotnictwa opowiada o losach tych PMon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Podczas toczacej sie "Bitwy o Anglie" polscy piloci wykazali sie niezlomna wola walki, zestrzelajac znaczaca ilosc nieprzyjacielskich samolotów w kulminacyjnym momencie Bitwy. Podkast przygotowany przez nasze Muzeum Lotnictwa opowiada o losach tych P

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/September-15th.mp3The story of the day fortunes changed for the RAF, and surprised the Luftwaffe and German Commanders into abandoning their plan to invade Britain.Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The story of the day fortunes changed for the RAF, and surprised the Luftwaffe and German Commanders into abandoning their plan to invade Britain.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Women-of-the-Battle-of-Britain.mp3Women didn't fly in combat in the Battle of Britain, but they ferried aircraft and ran the control system which ultimately resulted in victory. This podcast tells that story.Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Women didn't fly in combat in the Battle of Britain, but they ferried aircraft and ran the control system which ultimately resulted in victory. This podcast tells that story.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Battle-of-Britain-BBC-Archives.mp3This is an extract from a forthcoming BBC Audiobook containing recordings from the BBC Archives. With news bulletins, reportage, personal accounts from the ground crews and excerpts from Churchill's famous speeches, this recording undeniably shows whWed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

This is an extract from a forthcoming BBC Audiobook containing recordings from the BBC Archives. With news bulletins, reportage, personal accounts from the ground crews and excerpts from Churchill's famous speeches, this recording undeniably shows wh

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/The-Other-Few.mp3The Battle of Britain is best known as a famous victory for Fighter Command, but the role of two other Services within the RAF is often overlooked.Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The Battle of Britain is best known as a famous victory for Fighter Command, but the role of two other Services within the RAF is often overlooked.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Battle-of-Britain-podcast-for-schools-children.mp3In 1940 Britain prepared for invasion by German forces. Her defence was to be the Royal Air Force's finest hour. Find out more about the Battle of Britain in this podcast, aimed at children at Key Stage 2 level.Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

In 1940 Britain prepared for invasion by German forces. Her defence was to be the Royal Air Force's finest hour. Find out more about the Battle of Britain in this podcast, aimed at children at Key Stage 2 level.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Fighter-Aircraft-of-the-Battle-of-Britain.mp3A comparison of the main fighter aircraft used in the Battle of Britain: the Spitfire, Hurricane and the Bf-109. There is also some discussion of the Bf-110 and Boulton-Paul Defiant.Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A comparison of the main fighter aircraft used in the Battle of Britain: the Spitfire, Hurricane and the Bf-109. There is also some discussion of the Bf-110 and Boulton-Paul Defiant.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/The-Few.mp3The story of how ordinary men from all over the world became known in the Battle of Britain as "The Few".Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The story of how ordinary men from all over the world became known in the Battle of Britain as "The Few".

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Who-Won-The-Battle-of-Britain.mp3This podcast examines the reasons for the Battle of Britain's progress, and some of the alternative invasion plans which may have come about in the summer of 1940.Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast examines the reasons for the Battle of Britain's progress, and some of the alternative invasion plans which may have come about in the summer of 1940.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Phases-of-the-Battle-of-Britain.mp3This podcast describes the distinct phases, identified by the RAF and many historians, of the Battle of Britain.Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast describes the distinct phases, identified by the RAF and many historians, of the Battle of Britain.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/The-RAF-in-1939.mp3This podcast provides a snapshot of the state of the Royal Air Force in 1939. Massive organisational changes and expansion would ensure that it was prepared for the Battle of Britain.Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 Z

This podcast provides a snapshot of the state of the Royal Air Force in 1939. Massive organisational changes and expansion would ensure that it was prepared for the Battle of Britain.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Robert-Stanford-Tuck.mp3A biography of Robert Stanford Tuck, a Battle of Britain Fighter Ace.Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 Z

A biography of Robert Stanford Tuck, a Battle of Britain Fighter Ace.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Douglas-Bader-Fighter-Pilot.mp3When he was a child, Richard Branson's father and mother were close family friends of Douglas Bader. Accordingly, Douglas would often look after the young Richard Branson whilst his parents attended social occasions.Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 Z

When he was a child, Richard Branson's father and mother were close family friends of Douglas Bader. Accordingly, Douglas would often look after the young Richard Branson whilst his parents attended social occasions.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Introduction-to-The-Battle-of-Britain.mp3In this first of a year-long series of podcasts exploring the history of the Battle of Britain, we introduce the opponents in the Battle and set the scene for what was the Royal Air Force's defining moment. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 Z

In this first of a year-long series of podcasts exploring the history of the Battle of Britain, we introduce the opponents in the Battle and set the scene for what was the Royal Air Force's defining moment.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Letters-Home.mp3A selection of letters and memoirs written during the Christmas period.Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 Z

A selection of letters and memoirs written during the Christmas period.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/RAF-In-The-Falklands-War.mp3This podcast tells the story of the RAF's response to an unexpected war 8000 miles away from Britain.Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 Z

This podcast tells the story of the RAF's response to an unexpected war 8000 miles away from Britain.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Roger-Bushell.mp3A biography of Roger Bushell, the RAF Volunteer Reserve pilot who went on to lead No.92 Squadron. His capture and escape plans have been fictionalised on film but his true story is equally remarkable.Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

A biography of Roger Bushell, the RAF Volunteer Reserve pilot who went on to lead No.92 Squadron. His capture and escape plans have been fictionalised on film but his true story is equally remarkable.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Peenemunde.mp3The raid on the V-1 and V-2 Research plant at Peenemunde on the Baltic Coast of Germany is a little heard story of Bomber Command's success. This podcast tells how a scientist's report on the top-secret work was leaked to the Allies, and how the attaWed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100

The raid on the V-1 and V-2 Research plant at Peenemunde on the Baltic Coast of Germany is a little heard story of Bomber Command's success. This podcast tells how a scientist's report on the top-secret work was leaked to the Allies, and how the atta

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/D-Day-As-It-Happened.mp3A news-style account of the Royal Air Force's involvement in D-DayThu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100

A news-style account of the Royal Air Force's involvement in D-Day

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Henry-Allingham-Obituary.mp3An obituary of Henry Allingham, the last member of the Royal Flying Corps, featuring an interview with him conducted in 2003.Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100

An obituary of Henry Allingham, the last member of the Royal Flying Corps, featuring an interview with him conducted in 2003.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Bomber-Pilots-Memoir.mp3Squadron Leader Tony Iveson's memories of being part of RAF Bomber Command aircrew in World War II. More than 55,000 men of Bomber Command died, and a permanent memorial to them is to be erected.Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Squadron Leader Tony Iveson's memories of being part of RAF Bomber Command aircrew in World War II. More than 55,000 men of Bomber Command died, and a permanent memorial to them is to be erected.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Women-of-the-Air-Force.mp3It is 70 years since the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (the WAAF) was formed on 28th June 1939. To commemorate the formation of the WAAF but also to raise awareness of the contribution made by women serving in the air forceWed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

It is 70 years since the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (the WAAF) was formed on 28th June 1939. To commemorate the formation of the WAAF but also to raise awareness of the contribution made by women serving in the air force

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/601-The-Flying-Sword.mp3The Royal Air Force Museum London, as part of its Veterans' Day celebrations of May 2009, unveiled a memorial to the members of 601 Squadron. The Squadron itself was stationed intermittently on the Museum's site between 1927 and 1949 and was known afMon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

The Royal Air Force Museum London, as part of its Veterans' Day celebrations of May 2009, unveiled a memorial to the members of 601 Squadron. The Squadron itself was stationed intermittently on the Museum's site between 1927 and 1949 and was known af

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Reginald-Warneford.mp3A short biography of Reginald Warneford, the first member of the Royal Naval Air Service to receive a Victoria Cross, for shooting down a Zeppelin.Fri, 15 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100

A short biography of Reginald Warneford, the first member of the Royal Naval Air Service to receive a Victoria Cross, for shooting down a Zeppelin.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Rhodes-Moorehouse.mp3A short biography of William Rhodes Moorehouse, the first man to receive a Victoria Cross for action in the air.Fri, 15 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100

A short biography of William Rhodes Moorehouse, the first man to receive a Victoria Cross for action in the air.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Hendon-Habit.mp3This podcast tells how the RAF Museum's London Site was the cradle of the British aviation industry, and a source of rich and exciting entertainment.Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast tells how the RAF Museum's London Site was the cradle of the British aviation industry, and a source of rich and exciting entertainment.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/TSR-2.mp3Through the history of Britain's aircraft industry there are stories of projects that failed to get off the page, and those that scarcely got off the ground, before being cancelled. The British Aircraft Corporation TSR-2 is perhaps the most controverThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 Z

Through the history of Britain's aircraft industry there are stories of projects that failed to get off the page, and those that scarcely got off the ground, before being cancelled. The British Aircraft Corporation TSR-2 is perhaps the most controver

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Jericho.mp3On the 18th February 1944, the Royal Air Force launched one of its most daring wartime raids. Operation Jericho, a raid on a prison in Amiens to free resistance prisoners who faced execution, is a little-known but was an incredibly daring raid by theThu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 Z

On the 18th February 1944, the Royal Air Force launched one of its most daring wartime raids. Operation Jericho, a raid on a prison in Amiens to free resistance prisoners who faced execution, is a little-known but was an incredibly daring raid by the

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Dowding-Architect-of-Victory.mp3A biography of Air Chief Marshal Hugh Caswall Tremenheere Dowding, later Lord Dowding of Bentley Priory. Dowding was a man with a long a varied career, including being the commander who steered Fighter Command to Victory in the Battle of Britain.Mon, 12 Jan 2009 00:00:00 Z

A biography of Air Chief Marshal Hugh Caswall Tremenheere Dowding, later Lord Dowding of Bentley Priory. Dowding was a man with a long a varied career, including being the commander who steered Fighter Command to Victory in the Battle of Britain.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Dams-Raid.mp3The Dams Raid is the most famous RAF Bomber Command Operation, and it's remembered by so many because of the film, one of the greatest war films in British cinema history.Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 Z

The Dams Raid is the most famous RAF Bomber Command Operation, and it's remembered by so many because of the film, one of the greatest war films in British cinema history.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/D-Day-and-The-RAF.mp3The story of the involvement of the Royal Air Force in the D-Day landings which brought about the freedom of Europe and the end of the Second World War.Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 Z

The story of the involvement of the Royal Air Force in the D-Day landings which brought about the freedom of Europe and the end of the Second World War.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Lest-We-Forget.mp3"Lest We Forget" looks at the opening of our London Museum's permanent Remembrance exhibition and the importance of Remembrance to everyone. The podcast also includes an interview with Henry Allingham.Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 Z

"Lest We Forget" looks at the opening of our London Museum's permanent Remembrance exhibition and the importance of Remembrance to everyone. The podcast also includes an interview with Henry Allingham.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Rememberance-Key-Stage-1.mp3This podcast for younger listeners explains Remembrance: How can we remember people who died to protect us? And, why do we wear poppies and stand silenty for two minutes on the 11th November each year?Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 Z

This podcast for younger listeners explains Remembrance: How can we remember people who died to protect us? And, why do we wear poppies and stand silenty for two minutes on the 11th November each year?

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/The-Spitfire-Design-and-Testing.mp3The Spitfire is a classic fighter aircraft, one of the most famous and well loved aeroplanes in the World. This podcast begins a series on the Spitfire with an outline of its origins, through technical challenges and developments which made it such aWed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100

The Spitfire is a classic fighter aircraft, one of the most famous and well loved aeroplanes in the World. This podcast begins a series on the Spitfire with an outline of its origins, through technical challenges and developments which made it such a

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/RAF-Humanitarian-Operations.mp3The Royal Air Force has long played a key role in humanitarian and disaster relief operations, both in Britain and overseas. This podcast summarises the Royal Air Force's involvement in humanitarain operations throughout its history, in areas of confFri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100

The Royal Air Force has long played a key role in humanitarian and disaster relief operations, both in Britain and overseas. This podcast summarises the Royal Air Force's involvement in humanitarain operations throughout its history, in areas of conf

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Bomber-Ops-Lancaster.mp3More than fifty-five thousand aircrew from Bomber Command died serving on aircraft like the Avro Lancaster, which was the backbone of the RAF's Bomber Fleet. The Museum's Lancaster Mk. 1 R5868 "S-for-Sugar" is a rare survivor of over one hundred missWed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

More than fifty-five thousand aircrew from Bomber Command died serving on aircraft like the Avro Lancaster, which was the backbone of the RAF's Bomber Fleet. The Museum's Lancaster Mk. 1 R5868 "S-for-Sugar" is a rare survivor of over one hundred miss

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Air-Power-1918-The-Battle-of-Megiddo.mp3Right from the outbreak of the First World War, Britain had found herself fighting in the Middle East. The Ottoman Empire, who controlled Turkey, Palestine, Jordon and Mesopotamia, were allied to Germany, and they threatened British territories in NoSun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Right from the outbreak of the First World War, Britain had found herself fighting in the Middle East. The Ottoman Empire, who controlled Turkey, Palestine, Jordon and Mesopotamia, were allied to Germany, and they threatened British territories in No

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/The-Royal-Air-Force-in-1918.mp3The Royal Air Force was formed on 1 April 1918 as the independent air arm of Britain's armed forces, amalgamating the RFC and RNAS. This momentous event was met with very little fanfare or celebration for the First World War had reached a critical poThu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100

The Royal Air Force was formed on 1 April 1918 as the independent air arm of Britain's armed forces, amalgamating the RFC and RNAS. This momentous event was met with very little fanfare or celebration for the First World War had reached a critical po

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Lucky-Charms.mp3Flying has always been a relatively dangerous thing to do, and this was especially true in the early days of aviation, and in wartime. For luck, many pilots took with them special items like rabbits feet and toy bears.Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Flying has always been a relatively dangerous thing to do, and this was especially true in the early days of aviation, and in wartime. For luck, many pilots took with them special items like rabbits feet and toy bears.

nohttp://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/documents/podcasts/Hendon-Pageants.mp3This podcast recalls the thrills and spills of Hendon's inter-war heyday, from the very first RAF Pageant in 1920 to the organised masterpieces of the late 1930s.Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast recalls the thrills and spills of Hendon's inter-war heyday, from the very first RAF Pageant in 1920 to the organised masterpieces of the late 1930s.

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