I was able to purchase what I think is a very hard to find type of British grouping. LT. Onslow was an observer on a Barracuda and he eventually moves on to Fireflies. The grouping comes with his original medals and checklist still in the original package. It also includes about 140 photos from an album and also one studio portrait. For my collection it is the first British airman and I am looking forward to doing some research on his background. Always welcome to hear feedback and comments.
His Navy list records show him as part of 812 Sqdn 812hist TD He was according to his Navy List records also here 1770 Naval Air Squadron - Wikipedia Late 1944 Temp Sub Lt RNVR 824 Naval Air Squadron - Wikipedia - July 1945 For FFD & Training 1946
Many thanks. I am looking forward in researching Mr. Onslow (ty Tricky Dicky) and any extra information is always welcomed
I should research Mr Onslow first TD Forgot to add - that looks like a great collection you have found - well done
What a brilliant collection - hope we will see more. Just in case you don't know the photo shows him as a Sub Lieutenant Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve (Air). The emblem on his left sleeve is his Observer's Wings. Tim
Many thanks. I must admit this grouping is very exciting to me since I knew very little about this part of the war. I think I am going to have to do some reading to educate myself a bit more.