| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | MSS1518 |
| Collection type | Manuscript |
| Measurement | 1 Item |
| Object type | Manuscript |
| Maker |
Atkinson, Bill |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM371 94/0544 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copying Provisions | Copyright restrictions apply. Only personal, non-commercial, research and study use permitted. Permission of copyright holder required for any commercial use and/or reproduction. |
Atkinson, Richard Ashley, DSO, DFC and Bar (Wing Commander b: 1913 d: 1944)
Description
Manuscript titled 'Emmaville to Askvoll', outling the life of Wing Commander Atkinson who was killed while on active service with 235 SQN over Norway. Covers his early life, training in RAF Reserve, service in SWPA flying Catalinas in minelaying and bombing operations, service in Britain flying Mosquitoes with bomber command.