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Jamaica Uniform Badge
Aircraft & Exhibits, Cosford, Hangar Two, X005-1276
During the Second World War individuals from many Allied and Commonwealth nations joined the RAF. To acknowledge this multi-national support, uniform badges denoting the individuals' country of origin were authorised for wear.
Gallantry Cross of Sergeant Norman Charles Davies
Aircraft & Exhibits, 1940, In Storage, X002-8839
Norman Davies was one of only seven recipients of the Air Defence Cadet Corps (ADCC) Gallantry Cross. He was praised for the leadership he showed during two demonstrations of courage and disregard for personal safety during the London Blitz in 1940.
Messerschmitt Bf 109E
Aircraft & Exhibits, 1940-1943, London, Hangar Three/Four, 78/A/624
The Messerschmitt Bf 109 was the Luftwaffe's principal fighter aircraft during the Battle of Britain. It could outclimb and outgun the RAF's Hurricanes and Spitfires. However, its limited range allowed pilots only 20 minutes flying time during raids over south-east England.
Skin Panel, Kampfgruppe 100 Badge
Aircraft & Exhibits, In Storage, 65/Y/758
Kampfgruppe (KGr) 100 was a specialised unit of the German Air Force which pioneered the use of radio aids for bombing and target marking during the Second World War.
No. 2 Dress Hat of a Female Officer
Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, X003-0992
In 1994 the Women's Royal Air Force ceased being a separate service and integrated fully into the Royal Air Force.
RAF Police Shoulder Tab
Aircraft & Exhibits, Cosford, Hangar Two, X004-0287
In their role of protecting personnel and ensuring the rule of military law is upheld within the station, the RAF police find themselves with a task that is not always fully appreciated by other members of the Air Force.
Service Dress Cap of a Warrant Officer
Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, X004-7286
Bearing a striking resemblance to the cap worn by Other Ranks, the Warrant Officer's cap can be distinguished by the metal eagle, crown and laurel leaf badge which echoes the embroidered badge worn by commissioned officers.
Women's Royal Air Force Service Dress Cap
Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 84/U/564
The establishment of the Women's Royal Air Force saw a slight change in the appearance of female officer's caps. The rear flap was removed and the side panels were stiffened giving the cap a much more rigid shape.
Service Dress Cap of a Women's Royal Air Force Warrant Officer
Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 70/U/1045
Although it is almost identical to the officer's pattern of hat, the Warrant Officer's cap can be distinguished by the patent peak and the cap badge unique to that rank.
Helmet of a Police Motorcyclist
Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 70/U/859
The RAF has employed motorbikes, mainly in a dispatch role, since it was formed in 1918. The red and black stripe round this helmet identifies this individual as a member of the RAF Police.
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