| Accession Number | F02420 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 8 min |
| Object type | Newsreel |
| Physical description | 35mm/b&w/sound |
| Maker |
Gaumont British News |
| Date made | April 1943 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright unknown |
RAF silver jubilee
Description
Gaumont British News production celebrating the twenty five years history of the Royal Air Force. Includes archival footage of the Royal Flying Corps and Royal Naval Air Service in the 1914-1918 war. The formation of the Women's Royal Air Force. The Schneider Trophy air races. RAF in action in the various theatres of the Second World War. The Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm, the Air Sea Rescue Service and the RAF Regiment.
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Video of RAF silver jubilee (video)