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Counter Security IQ Tests

Mr. Decker explains that having a photographic memory was helpful to exceed in intelligence.

Out of the Infantry

When Mr. Decker is seen talking to a prisoner in German, an officer questions him about his language skills.

Bothered by the Children and Poverty

Mr. Carney expresses his sincere concern for the living conditions of the Korean people.

Trip Over to Korea

Mr. Carney describes his voyage overseas and his reaction when landing in Yokohama, Japan.

Coning and Night Fighters

Mr. Campbell describes the German tactic of coning, illuminating enemy aircraft with powerful search lights so they could be attacked, and what German pilots did if coned by their own lights.

Problems in the Bombing Stream

Mr. Campbell describes how missing your bomb drop meant exiting and re-entering the bomber stream for a second try, and how dangerous this could be.

Bombing and Gunnery Training

Mr. Campbell describes bombing practice and adjudication, and air gunnery practice against drogues, towed aerial targets.

Photographic Evidence

Mr. Campbell discusses the practise of photographing bomb drops over enemy targets, and how the danger from adjacent aircraft was often evident in the photos.

Coastal Command or Bomber Command

Mr. Campbell discusses his reasons, both practical and personal, for selecting service in Bomber Command over that in Coastal Command.

Pilot training

Mr. Campbell discusses the various training steps necessary to become a pilot, and flying the Tiger Moth and Cessna Crane, two of the Air Force’s training aircraft.

From Air Gunner to Bomber Pilot

Mr. Campbell discusses how a lucky break on a mathematics re-test allowed him to be streamed into pilot training.

A Steward’s Responsibilities

Mr. Tanner describes his duties as a steward, and offers high praise for the quality of food on Norwegian ships.

Date modified:: 2019-02-19