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Group Photograph RAF Servicemen c.1946

1946
Group Photograph RAF Servicemen c.1946
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John Groat (middle row, far left).

John Groat joined the RAF in 1946 as a driver but moved to do nursing when asked if he wanted to volunteer. The RAF nurses were known as “Sue” Squadron. He served in Germany and in Egypt.

Donor number: 0447-020

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1940s 1946 arms-crossed barracks belt bench beret boots cap conscription driver feet crossed forces hands behind back hands on lap hut jacket men national service nurse outdoor peacetime RAF Royal Air Force shirt sitting smiling standing THELMA tie trousers tunic uniform window
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