Monthly Archives: September 2012

More photos and a video of the Air Raid at Rufford Abbey

Mick Hill has just sent in a selection of his photos, and James walker has edited his video. Mick’s full set of photos is available here, with a special set on the 25 pounder here. James’ video is here. It … Continue reading

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Welland Display, 21-23 Sept

With the new dates being in school holidays, and John having already gone back to sea, it will be a slightly smaller AFS display than usual. Or to be precise, more focussed on AFS, without any red or grey appliances. … Continue reading

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The Air Raid on Rufford Abbey, 1-2 September 2012

The Scenario The ARP wardens were relaxing in their posts when the alert came in. The air raid sirens sounded – five in all around the site, and already the crowd had gathered. You could hear the approaching drone of … Continue reading

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Rauceby War Weekend

Here are some photos from our friend Tim Rogers from the Rauceby War Weekend over the Bank Holiday Weekend (25-27 August 2012).

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