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Liverpool Shipwreck & Humane Society Medal of Squadron Leader Wilfred Edward Jones

Aircraft & Exhibits, In Storage, X005-1293

Reverse of medal is inscribed 'presented by the Liverpool Shipwreck & Humane Society to Wilfred E. Jones, Oldershaw School, Wallasey for proficiency in swimming exercises with the object of saving life 23/7/30'

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Crown of Belgium, Order of the, 1st Class, Star

Aircraft & Exhibits, In Storage, 71/D/1154

Star of the Order of the Crown (Belgium) First Class (Grand-Croix de l’Ordre de la Couronne) awarded to MRAF Sir John Maitland Salmond by Leopold the Third, King of the Belgians

Crown of Belgium, Order of the, 1st Class, Star | 71/D/1154

British Empire, Most Excellent Order of the, Knight Commander, Military, Star

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar Three/Four, 1993/0399/D

The Order of the British Empire was established in 1917 to recognise outstanding work in the First World War and is still awarded.

British Empire, Most Excellent Order of the, Knight Commander, Military, Star | 1993/0399/D

USAAF Memorial Stone

Aircraft & Exhibits, 1984-1986, London, Hangar Five, 1986/0515/C

This memorial was created for the 1984 Liverpool Garden Festival to commemorate the city’s link with the USAAF as a disembarkation point for personnel and equipment.

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Medal Bar of Wing Commander Innes Bentall Westmacott

Aircraft & Exhibits, In Storage, 1991/0372/D

During the Battle of Britain Innes Westmacott served with No. 56 Squadron, flying Hawker Hurricanes. In August 1940 he was badly burned after his fuel tank exploded during an attack by a Messerschmitt Bf 110.

Six medals on individual ribbons with different stripe patterns in multiple colours, © RAF Museum

Pathfinder Force badge of Wing Commander Raymond Hilton

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar Five, 1993/0281/U

Pathfinder crews identified and marked targets for the main bomber stream of aircraft. These crews underwent additional training and were expected to complete one Tour of 45 operations. A qualified Pathfinder was allowed to wear the coveted eagle badge over his left breast pocket.

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Military Cross of Lieutenant Harold (Harry) Jameson

Aircraft & Exhibits, 1916, In Storage, 72/D/706

Harold (Harry) Jameson joined the RFC as a Direct Entrant in February 1914. He embarked for France as an Air Mechanic 2nd Class in August, being promoted Air Mechanic 1st Class in September. Whilst serving with 4 Squadron he was awarded the Medaille Militaire 'For Gallantry' during the period 21-30 August 1914. He trained as a pilot in 1916 before returning to France and joining No. 42 Squadron. Jameson was awarded the Military Cross on 18 November 1916.

Silver cross hanging from a silver bar on a ribbon, Royal Air Force Museum

George Cross of Pilot Officer Gerald Charles Close

Aircraft & Exhibits, 1937, London, Hangar Three/Four, 79/D/2040

Pilot Officer Gerald Charles Close was awarded the Empire Gallantry Medal on 21 December 1937. This was exchanged for the George Cross in 1940.

Silver cross suspended beneath a blue ribbon, RAF Museum

Bath, Most Honourable Order of the, Knight Grand Cross, Military, Star

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar Three/Four, 1993/0401/D

The Order of the Bath has its origins in the 14th century but was revived by King George I in 1725. The Knight Grand Cross is the highest grade.

Bath, Most Honourable Order of the, Knight Grand Cross, Military, Star | 1993/0401/D

British Empire, Most Excellent Order of the, Knight Commander, Military, Badge

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar Three/Four, 1993/0398/D

The Order of the British Empire was established in 1917 to recognise outstanding work in the First World War and is still awarded.

British Empire, Most Excellent Order of the, Knight Commander, Military, Badge | 1993/0398/D