Recorded interview with Leading Aircraftsman Robert John Holton, 26 March 2015

Interview with Robert Holton, who completed RAF national service as an air traffic control assistant. He explains this role, describes various aspects and remembers disciplinary issues encountered during his service.

Robert Holton remembers his Second World War evacuation, experience of bombing and his national service call-up. He describes his basic training at RAF West Kirby and training as air traffic control assistant at RAF West Raynham. He gives details of his role, including working conditions, aircraft marshalling and bird-scaring. He describes disciplinary issues encountered during his service. He outlines life after national service and gives his views on national service.