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Air Ministry Bell

Aircraft & Exhibits, Cosford, Hangar Two, 70/G/960

Bells have been used for hundreds of years to attract people’s attention. The RAF has used them to warn of fires, air raids, or for fighter pilots to scramble.

Bell engraved with ‘A. M. 1940’ and a crown motif; a rope attached to the top for hanging the bell, © RAF Museum

Hand Stamp

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 71/T/420

Like any organisation the RAF has to deal with a lot of administration. This hand stamp was used in the Air Ministry to mark the approval of a specific department.

Metal stamp with wooden handle, © RAF Museum

Aircraft Recognition Cards

Aircraft & Exhibits, Cosford, Hangar Two, 69/K/414

Aircraft recognition was a vital skill for the Royal Observer Corps and aircrew. Many hours were devoted to studying photographs or drawings of aircraft. Illustrated playing cards added some fun to the process.

Aircraft Recognition Cards | 69/K/414, © RAF Museum

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