Short Stirling & RAF Bomber Command Forum

Hi all,
Just a little teaser to let you know that i have something that i think is really special, which has been sent to me by Michael Wooldridge, in return for some help with some information on a 15sqdn airman, and is a "log" kept by the airman in question, Sgt J.J. Sparropw, whilst a pow. No more for now, as there are approx 45 files to download, but watch this space

Well here it is, and a very special thank you to Michael, who gave permission for this fantastic bit of work to be put here on the forum. Hope you enjoy it as much as i have. It includes names and addresses of fellow pow's at the time.
Written by Sgt J.J. Sparrow, whilst a pow. He was on board 15sqdn Stirling BF460, LS-F, which was lost to a night-fighter whilst on ops to Nuremburg on the night of 10/11th Sug 43. Four of the crew died, and lie in Florennes Communal Cemetery.

F/Sgt A.L. Lewis, RNZAF, +
Sgt S.F. Evans, +
Sgt A.R. Byrne, pow.
Sgt F.P.G. Poole, +
F/Sgt W.J. Cave, RNZAF, pow.
Sgt J.J. Sparrow, pow.
Sgt R.J. Portsmouth, +

Alan.

Alan,

What a truly wonderful piece of history and a real breath of fresh air, thank you for sharing mate.

I have known the XV squadron historian for over 20 years I am sure he will be in contact.


Steve

Thanks very much Alan, Fantastic!
Kind regards.

Bruno

Great work, Alan. It is these special instances that help make researching all the worth while. Must say that I'm very impressed with the Short Stirling drawing.
John

Have just spent some more time going over this logbook again. The poems, the letters and the drawings really are remarkable.
There is nothing quite like reading through a logbook to give the reader a 'fly on the wall' description.
John

What a fantastic piece of history. Thank you so much for sharing it with us, rather than leaving it locked away in a drawer. The poetry and illustrations are wonderful and I love the extracts from sweethearts letters received!

Amazing stuff Alan, a real treasure trove. Thanks for posting.