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As a serving member of the RAF, I salute my predecessors for their achievements, their skill, dedication and tenacity, and most of all their bravery. I give thanks to the ground crew; armourers, riggers, plotters, chefs, medics, commanders and all others who made it possible for the pilots to defend our Nation. Of course I give thanks to the pilots whose bravery against overwhelming odds was nothing short of a miracle. Thank you all for saving our country and paving the way for those who follow.
We all had our part to play, mine was maintaining [NAME]: Rebecca/Eureka transponding radar The Rebecca/Eureka transponding radar was a short-range radio navigation system used for the dropping of airborne forces and their supplies. It consisted of two parts, the Rebecca airborne transceiver and antenna system, and the [NAME] ground-based transponder. [NAME] calculated the range to the [NAME] based on the timing of the return signals, and its relative position using a highly directional antenna.
I salute the unfathomable bravery of the young men and women who gave their lives, in the midst of the brutal, burning, metal-shedding of death, endlessly and time and again, to protect the freedoms and lives of my family and my children and their children to come. Your unthinking, untallied and unquestioning devotion to a cause few would ever be able to countenance now will never be forgotten. When I teach my children the history of this nation, the heroism of The Few will always be the start.
When the darkness fell, through sacrifice, faith and courage, you brought the light back to the world. You gained back for us all, the most precious gifts for Men: our Freedoms. Your deed, born out of an interminable strenght and determination, that deed on the day of Victory set us to walk free on this soil; free from fear, free from need, free of speaking our mind, free of praying our God. You made history worth to study, life worth to live, for us and all who will come after us. Thank you...
80 years ago today was Battle Of Britain Day, the turning point in [NAME]'s and [NAME]'s plans to invade Great Britain.With Thanks to and Remembering ''The Few'' those Knights of the Sky,all should have had a Knighthood. for their Bravery and Courage.They stopped the Luftwaffe.Also Thanks and remembering ''The Many''.All of those across the Nation who did their bit and played their part,a collective effort throughout the Battle Of Britain,eventually ensuring Victory over the Hitler Nazi Regime
As the son of a Royal Artillery `gunner' who fought in WW2,I wish to give my heartfelt thanks and prayers to all those who made victory in the Battle of Britain possible. All the very humble pilots of `The Few' always said how much was owed to the mechanics, fitters, armourers and refuellers who made the aircraft ready to fly and repaired battle damage before each sortie. There are too many to thank but their bravery and stoicism saved this country and the world from a cruel and pitiless fate.
It is all too easy in the modern day to lose sight of the determination, tenacity, and sacrifice made by the collective branches of the RAF during the Battle of Britain. This was the RAF's '[NAME]'; each person's courage and self-sacrifice in the face of unbelievable odds changed the course of history and played a pivotal role in the eventual return of Europe back to a collective group of democratic states. We will always and forever owe each of them a debt of unending gratitude. Thank you
They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old, in the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them. I cannot put into words my deeply felt gratitude for 'The Few' and all who fought in the Second World War, including my father [NAME] who saw combat with the parachute regiment at Arnhem, Sicily and Tunisia. Those who gave their lives for us are simply the greatest heroes and we owe them a huge debt. The wartime combatants will live forever in our hearts. RIP
At 81, I realise now more each day - especially with the current Corona virus pandemic - how much my generation owe to all servicemen and women, some just in their teens and especially in the RAF who put their lives at deadly risk to bring peace. Then, Britain lived and worked as one nation without today's political clamour for separation. Faithfulness and integrity were strong; self sacrifice and modesty, learned at a mother's knee produced people of valour. We survivors salute and thank you
On this Battle of Britain Day 2020, 80 years after that great victory, I honour the men and women who served in the RAF. Included in that number was my father [NAME] ([NAME]), from the Rhondda Valley. I also honour the men and women who served in our munitions plants and who provided the vital supplies necessary for our defence. Included in that number was my mother, [NAME] from Fife, who served in the huge Thornliebank plant by [NAME]. Per [NAME] ad Astra!!
When the world was burning, you became fireproof; you, ordinary people of day to day life, took up arms for a much greater cause. In doing so, putting aside everything else they had ever known for their families and country. All that is built today, we owe to them - in the factories, the skies, and the battlefields, the tanks and the homes, too - those who faced an extraordinary time with an extraordinary attitude. You were - and are - as steel, and may you never be forgotten. I salute you!
My heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all the men and women, from so many nations, the pilots, who were injured or made the ultimate sacrifice, the ground crew, the plotters, the operation staff, the factory workers, the observers, the anti aircraft gunners, barrage balloon and searchlight operators, the air raid wardens and firefighters, the doctors and nurses, the land army and many more brave, thoughful and dedicated people who tirelessly worked together so we can enjoy our freedom today.
I would like to say a really big thank you to all those brave young pilots of those planes who faught in them and to the air crews aswell, I bet it wasn't easy, I would also like to send thanks to factory workers and everyone who helped with the war effort as you all helped to stand for your and everyone's freedom for then and for now too. We should never forget what you all did for this country and really saying thank you doesn't feel enough for what you all did at that time but THANK YOU.
As a young adult, one of my hobbies is reading the history of The Great War and WWII. The Battle of Britain is just one of those many battles and it is so inspiring to read so many men and women going to fight for our country, our principles, our freedom and our democracy even with the risk of losing their life. If it wasn't for the bravery and patriotism of all those who fought, I may not be here today and have the freedoms I am eternally grateful for. I salute and thank every one of you.
I was there, in Wembley; and, although I was very young, I remember looking up at the whispy trails of the fighters when [NAME] let us out of the shelter after the 'all-clear' siren. Occasionally we saw the a fighter fly past low - and, as children, felt some excitement with [NAME] and [NAME]'s fear - and we knew what a fight was on. We knew we had to win. How brave and determined our pilots were ! Sortie after sortie each day, they took off for us : for our safety, for our freedom, for our future.
As an RAF veteran it is an honour and privilege to support a 100 year old RAF WWII MT driver RAFA member during Op CONNECT. Our weekly discussions, stories, and memories are testament to the courage, bravery and self-sacrifice of their generation, and continues to be an inspiration of service to community and country. The delivery of the WWII victory was a team effort and continues with the RAF through this Century. We should always remember they gave their todays for us, and emulate them.
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Thank you to all the brave people who worked so hard to keep our country safe. My father had his own dairy in Victoria SW1 and was an Air [NAME] and in the Home Guard. His home and business were totally destroyed in the Blitz of 1941. His family survived - he joined the RAF and served as a fitter armourer on Lancaster bombers in Lincolnshire, while his family evacuated to Wales. After the war they were reunited to pick up the pieces serving the same community in war-damaged Victoria.
The generations that have enjoyed life with their families since these boys/men put on a flying jacket & strapped themselves into a machine to engage a force hell bent on destroying this nation, owe a debt of gratitude that can never really be paid back. The only thing we can do is keep the memories of their deeds alive, the spirit & courage these boys/women/men displayed at that time has, alas gone from this country now. I doubt if we shall ever see their like again. I humbly thank-you.
To be associated with the Royal Air Force for most of my life, starting as a service brat, then joining the R AF VRT and serving for Nineteen years I found the History of the Battle of Britain fascinating and a glamours time to live in. I have nothing but complete respect for those who lost their lives and for those who survived. Thank you is not enough for what these gentlemen did but I thank you on behalf of my entire family now and in the future. Thank you. [NAME] J Hodkinson RAFVR
Thank you to "the few" and grateful thanks to " the many" ie. those working behind the scenes to make it possible. We have enjoyed the 80th celebrations on TV and have been sharing via twitter @St _Anthonys3 and @AAASixth Form. Thank you also to RAF Boulmer,who we have worked with on STEM projects for young people and all the RAF men and women work locally with cadets. Thank you to those who continue to defend our country and those in aeronautical engineering producing amazing aircraft.
The Many, A life time of gratitude will never be enough to honour the many who give so much. No words can describe, the bravery and sacrifice so freely given to protect our people and country. The generation of people who served in all aspects of the defence of this country, are a part of history we owe infinite respect and gratitude. I salute you all and thank you most sincerely for your service and in some cases ultimate sacrifice. Forever remembered, highly respected, bless you all.
following boy entrant training, in 1961, went to my first posting , i was privileged to meet and work with many officers and snco's from ww2. [NAME] and ground crew. some tales where told, but mainly they where just quiet gentlemen who got on with the work of the day. i remember in particular master pilot [NAME] fighter pilot, but not sure of type.. He sort of adopted me as a son and guided me the right way in the ways of the big RAF. proud to have known them, i salute you all.
Thank you to the RAF for their selfless and heroic actions during WWII. There isn't a generation of people that inspire me more. One that guided us through the most traumatic phase in history. One which threatened our very existence and freedom. Only a special generation could achieve that. The Battle of Britain was pivotal to our victory and without the brave RAF fighters and staff, the present day could be very different. You make me proud to be British and you'll never be forgotten.
THANK YOU seems so inadequate for what "The Few" did for us, the many. They didn't just save the country back then, they also saved the world from fascism and totalitarianism. Without their bravery [NAME] would have invaded this island and there is no guarantee that anyone would have come to our rescue. The Few didn't just rescue this country at that time but for future generations like mine. As a former solider I say from myself and my family an enormous THANK YOU & GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
The MacRobert Trust and the RAF have been inextricably linked since WW2 when, after losing 2 sons in the RAF, she bought a bomber, The MacRoberts Reply, followed by 4 Hurricanes. As a Trust we salute The Few, take every opportunity to honour and commemorate their memory whilst helping to look after their successors and do our best to foster in young people the ideals and spirit, which [NAME] stated she believed they all exemplified. Lets hope we can all live up to their legacy.
Born in the post-war years, mine is perhaps the last generation to hold those who fought in the battle truly in awe; we grew up in their shadow; they were our childhood heroes. For some of us, the connection was personal. For me, that meant my father, Wing Commander [NAME], OBE, DFC. The records speak for themselves. No more than boys in 1940, they proved themselves heroes; for us, they risked their all, and won. I only hope The Few are still honoured in 2090 as they deserve.
You fought, suffered, laughed, danced, loved, and cried in those dark days, enabling the light to be ushered in once more. We now live in the glow of your glory and sacrifice. The word Grateful, doesn't even begin to encompass the depth of feeling towards all who contributed to the effort. We can not truly comprehend the enormity of the sacrifices made by so many people, without whom our lives now would be so different. You all truly encompassed, Per Ardua Ad Astra. The [NAME] family.
I grew up in Aldershot in the 60 & 70s. Both my grandfathers born in 1901 were too old to serve but were in the home guard around Aldershot. One grandfather, [NAME], assisted in running the SE rail network from Hounslow for the duration. Both my parents were born in 34. My father [NAME] served in the RAFin the 50s. My great gfather, [NAME], served in WW1 for the entire duration in the RVC as he was good with horses. He came home in 1918 I am Forever Grateful 💜
Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few' Today, we focus on things like the cost of living, [NAME], the NHS, the reset to our lifestyles caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and how were going to afford to live those lifestyles weve dreamed about. Its easy to forget that The Few and The Many had their dreams cut short too. And whatever we may think of the world we inhabit, we have The Few to thank for having a world in which we can still dream. Thank you.
At the Battle of Britain I was aged 4.5 years, I remember seeing the planes in my back garden not knowing the significance of what was going on, but my mum was pulling me back, Now looking back at this historic moment and the the sacrifice of the men and women has now given me this peace. Me and my wife are very honoured to become Mayor and Mayoress of Weymouth and Portland and without the dedication of those people before this would never have come my way. We are eternally grateful.
I remember watching the brave pilots in dogfights over East Sussex when I was 4 years old. A group of us villagers stood at the top of the Village Green completely mesmerised by what was happening in the sky, almost unable to believe the drama of life and death in front of us. Such extraordinary courage and dedication. Read [NAME] account of his time as a fighter pilot in a Spitfire. It's as if you are there with him feeling his fear and exhaustion yet refusing to give up.
No matter what we say in the way of thanks and respect for those who fought and survived or paid the ultimate sacrifice, in protecting not only our country and way of life but also the way history may have turned this nation into somewhere that would be vastly different to what it is today. Members of my family were involved of which one was a Spitfire pilot during this battle. Mine is a RAF family of which I am one and rightly proud of all those who went before. Per [NAME].
With thanks to my grandfather [NAME] of [NAME], [NAME] who served as aircraft mechanic, fixing them up to go back up again at RAF Tangmere and other airfields. He volunteered in 1939, aged 45, bringing his WW1 experience from the RNAS and early RAF. Thanks also to the support he had from my grandmother and his children, my mum and uncle. Thanks also to my mum's cousin, [NAME], who, in the WAAFs, drove lorries towing planes around at RAF Manston. All modestly 'did their bit'
We flew the Union Jack flag on our 6 metre flagpole and will do every year from now on. If there is a more appropriate flag, please let me know and we will get one. Thank you true hero's past and present. Without you guys tackling the [NAME] monster once and for all, our lives would have been completely different and degraded. Guess the same can be sad for every sole in Europe today. Then the Yanks joined your resolve too. United Britain, US and our allies stood. I solute you all!
To all the brave members of the RAF who served during the Battle of Britain in 1940 - the importance of your service in winning a decisive victory is quite literally impossible to overestimate. Had the Luftwaffe been able to win, or even claim a draw, it is possible that Great Britain would have sought a compromise peace with Nazi Germany, probably resulting the eventual complete extinguishing of civilisation in Europe and perhaps the entire world. Thank you for saving everything.
The graitude I have is beyond words. I cant even imagine what it was like and what you all went though. I was lucky enough to have heard first hand storys and to have met some of you in person. Everytime I fly out of [NAME] I carry you on my shoulders and I never forget what you did. Thank you for the bottom of my heart. I continue to share your stories and because of this you will be remembered. You are heros in every sense of the word. We all still owe so much to the few!!
Good evening,I live and work in and around Eastbourne where I am frequently treated to the sound of a Merlin engine from a single Spitfire, the hairs on my neck stand up every time. I lived as a child at the foot of [NAME] where we would hear the roar and feel the trembling earth of [NAME]'s taking to the sky,in my innocence I did not appreciate the bravery and skill of the fine people of the Royal Air Force. God Bless to those beautiful people who gave and give their all.
To all our brave men and woman in the armed forces who fault in the Battle of Britain my I express my extreme gratitude and thanks for their sacrifice. For me our victory in the Battle of Britain was the turning point in World War II. Of course, there were many important and vital victories after the Battle of Britain, but our victory provided the ''Solid Base'' for all the operations that followed. May God Bless all those who fault and gave their lives in the Battle of Britain.
The Freedom's that myself and my family have enjoyed today and for the past 80 years were won by the heroic defence of our nation by the many men and women of the RAF. At one of the bleakest and most desperate times in our nations history they stood up and were counted, many giving their lives to ensure that their loved ones and countrymen would not endure the same fate that much of Europe had suffered. I wish to express my thanks, and deep admiration for their great sacrifice.
My aunt was bombed out of her home in the East End - a railway sleeper crashed through the roof into the ground floor. My father was evacuated from the East End while his father, a policeman, remained. My mother and her family spent uncomfortable nights under the dining room table in SW London while the bombs dropped. She recalls clambering over bomb wreckage to get to school each morning. The heroes who saved them and future generations cannot be thanked enough. Rest in Peace.
To The Many, Without you, we wouldnt be where we are today. You fought for us to be free, when most of us were not even born. You walked/flew in to a war, without hesitation, not knowing if youd return home to your loved ones. You lost family, friends, colleagues, all to bring peace to our country. You worked in the toughest & harshest conditions, all to bring hope to a nation. To the thousands who saved our country, We Salute You! Love the Leyman Family. Proud Military Family.
Thank you to all the men and women working behind the scenes and whose role in the Battle of Britain has not always been recognised. And thank you also to the crews of Coastal and Bomber Command, including my father, [NAME], who were taking the fight to the enemy at the same time as the crews of Fighter Command were defending the skies of Britain. [NAME] paid tribute to them in his "Few" speech but so often that part of his speech is forgotten. A salute to all of you!!
I solute in memory of all of those who have fought for our country and other nations. My nephew has not long joined his first regiment and completed his first deployment. I honestly couldnt be more proud of him. To all who fought and passed, to all if their family and friends, youre amazing!. Thank you for everything you have done to give us the security and freedom we have today. Love from Lisa & Asa Greenway and my [NAME]. From Perton, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire x
I can only say a massive thank you and pray for all those brave souls who stood for freedom and honour against a great threat to democracy. yet, I also feel, as a gesture towards unifying peace, that prayers for the souls of the Luftwaffe, Italian & Japanese air personnel who also followed orders whilst not necessarily ahreeing with the protocol. 80 years on, our humble thankz and gratitude lies with the peace tentatively won. may their souls rest in peace and rise in glory.
I write on behalf of my late father (ROC) and for myself, a small child born as WWII began. Delighting at skies filled with aircraft doing what in my innocence I thought was merely fun, I was in years ahead to realise that they represented for my generation the difference between a life of freedom and democracy and the misery of tyranny. To all who served, my words cannot compensate for your lost war years but are offered in a sincere attempt to express my heartfelt thanks.
To all of those brave men and women who without thinking of consequence and without question of the dangers they put themselves in laid down their lives to save our great nation. Through their selfless actions they saved us all. To those reading this 150 years from now, the year 2020 has been full of sadness, but has brought with it community spirit! I wish you luck and love and to my daughter [NAME] remember I am always with you. Love always [NAME] xx
With most grateful thanks to those heroic airmen from different countries that defended our island from invasion by the Nazis. Also, members of my family who contributed crucially and in different ways at the same time. My father, [NAME] [NAME], initially in the Merchant and then the Royal Navy, his brother [NAME] served in the RAF as a wireless operator in a bomber and the sister, [NAME], serving as a nurse. Thank you all.
This is my 2nd message. I suddenly remembered that when my dad, [NAME] was in the RAF he was involved in making all the models for the planning of the DAMBUSTERS RAID. = Operation Chase! I was born in 1943 and dad gave me some models to scale that he made for the designing and preparation of the raid. I had a little green tank no more than l" in size. With time it got lost sadly. I wish some one could tell me more about my dad please. Thank you all. x
May the people and future generations of our Great Britain never forget the sacrifice and determination of those brave men and women, the many. All in the face of overwhelming odds so that we may today live lives free from fear, tyranny, oppression and genocide. Let those peoples of the future reading these messages, learn from the mistakes of the past and never let a world war break out again. To the many, and the few, I thank you. [NAME] Captain [NAME]
TO THOSE WHO SERVED TO PROTECT US DURING THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN, AND TO THE MEMORY OF THOSE THAT DIED IN DOING SO, WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU FOR WHAT YOU DID - SO YOUNG AND SO BRAVE . THE NATION SALUTES YOU AND HONOURS YOU - FOREVER. ALSO TO MY MUM, PEGGY [NAME] (NEE THOMAS) OF BIRMINGHAM WHO SERVED IN THE WOMEN'S LAND ARMY AND HELPED KEEP THE NATION FED. AND TO ALL THE GIRLS/WOMEN WHO WORKED TIRELESSLY TO KEEP EVERYTHING GOING IN THE ABSENCE OF OUR FIGHTING MEN.
Thank you to all the brave people who worked to keep our country safe. My father had his own dairy in Victoria SW1 and was an Air [NAME] and in the Home Guard. In the Blitz of 1941 his home and business was totally destroyed but he and his family survived. He joined the RAF and the family evacuated to Wales. He was a fitter-armourer on Lancaster bombers in Lincolnshire and after the war they were reunited to serve their community in another dairy in Victoria.
Hope These eyes no longer see [NAME] should smother me These ears no longer hear Silence should be my greatest fear But memories make it all so real The sound of battle-nothing can ever steal My brave comrades from years gone by I clearly see them in my mind's eye Exploding bombs echo through the years I see brave soldiers wipe away their tears Despite ears that are deafened and eyes without sight The victory has been won and our future is bright By [NAME]
having just returned from [NAME] on the 80th anniversary we were overwhelmed by the experience of supporting my husband who can piloted a Spitfire which we also flew alongside.The selfless sacrifice and bravery of the World War II pilots Grandstaff and ladies in the plotting rooms during the Battle of Britain is immeasurable. We owe them a debt of the deepest gratitude and respect. This was a humbling experience which will stay forever in our familys mind .
I am old enough to remember the planes and pilots of our RAF during WW11 and remain forever in their debt. The life I have led and the family I have produced has in great part been due to the sacrifices and bravery of "The Many" listed here. The many more included my parents who were both in the RAF whilst my grandparents looked after me. Words can never replicate the deeds of this arm of our services nor any form of thank you be enough to fulfill my gratitude
As an ex airframe mechanic / technician I appreciate the parts played by all of the RAF trades on each Station. Having met people involved in the manufacture of the Spitfire at Castle Bromwich Im already aware of their pride in getting the aircraft off the production line and into service. So congratulations to the manufacturing personnel, aircrew, ground crew and all of the support staff - it was working as a well drilled team that made victory possible.
You guys are our strength! You are the sun the moon and the stars! You can still teach the younger generations how to fight the dragons! You with all my elder family lived through the great years before the recession heisters! Promise that you have taught us and we need you more as ever... a song written for you ! LOVE YOU GUYS THANK YOU SO MUCH! OUR HEROS! https://youtu.be/72QkVJMyOjg I hope we can be great for you and our future in your arms Thank you!
Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of Earth And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings; Sunward Ive climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth Of sun-split clouds,  and done a hundred things You have not dreamed of  wheeled and soared and swung High in the sunlit silence. Hovring there, Ive chased the shouting wind along, and flung My eager craft through footless halls of air Extract from the poem High Flight by [NAME] died in service 1941.
A thousand words of thanks would not be enough to honour the memory of these great men. Born into hard times, from all backgrounds, rich or poor, they fought to protect our isles and our way of life. And for the future they have given me and every British man or woman, perhaps even everyone on the planet, they have my eternal gratitude and respect. The names of these heroes, and the sacrifice they have given to our great nation, will never be forgotten.
you are heros one and all whether making planes flying planes you are were will always be amazing peopleto whom we are indepted your fellow solduers on the land those at sea and not to fail to mention thise at home waiting horse's who served fsithfully fearlrssly loyally went beyond anything we can imagine . pain cold hunger fear massive endurance and feirce determinations we owe you. thank you salute you all. from me and the generations going forward
So many gave so much. They stepped forward and helped protect those in the cities,towns and villages accross the UK. Many were called few returned. The ultimate sacrifice that many today take for granted and some choose to forget. We are,every single one of us,alive today forever in their debt. To the pilots,gunners,navigators,ground crew....to every single man and woman who worked within the armed forces during our countries darkest hours Thank you
I am forever thankful and grateful for the courage, steadfastness and determination of the people of this nation to overcome the apparent overwhelming power of the Nazi war machine. Without this superlative support the bravery of the aircrews and their dedicated network of supporting forces and industry might have been in vain. I salute them all, remembering especially at this time those who made the supreme sacrifice during the Battle of Britain.
Without your determination and bravery this country would have been on its knees, but 'the few' inspired the many and they turned things around and you safeguarded our skys so that our soldiers and sailors could repel and defeat tyranny. The selfless act of removing the enemies ability to sustain their infrastructure of evil should also be recognised, especially given the attrition rate. So we salute the RAF who saw the we could soar to victory!
We will never forget that you risked your lives to save ours, you are of course the best of the best. I do wonder what you are thinking of this year 2020 ! All I have is THANK YOU, so much, my respect for all of you is sincere and grows every year, how I wish that you didn't have to die cruelly, I was a little girl and watched the dog fights never truly understanding the sacrifice being made so that I could grow as a free citizen. THANK YOU .
Thank you for being the most brave & determine people putting your lives & legacies on the line at such a pivotal point of the war. I will ensure through my own son that the sacrifices & bravery of those involved will always be remembered. Every time I see a Spitife or Hurricane flying at air displays it brings a feeling of proud joy & sadness, at the same time knowing how young yet brave the pilots are & were. Simply thank you brave heroes.
It was [NAME] who inspired my joining the RAF as a Halton Apprentice in 1964 where in the 106th Entry our Squadron Leader was [NAME], and our Station Commander [NAME] each a renowned member of "The Few". Many Halton Apprentices became NCO pilots in WW2. Since then there have been very few days peace, we therefore owe a great debt of gratitude to all who served in the RAF throughout the world defending our freedom and security.
Thank you all those who worked so hard to get the aircraft in the sky and especially the pilots for their bravery and fearlessness going up time and time again to face the Luftwaffle and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice and those who never recovered from their injuries. RIP. In memory of my darling late father Flying Officer [NAME] who flew [NAME] with 19 Squadron at Duxford during the Battle of Britain. Thank you to you all.
I was there, in Wembley; and I remember looking at the whispy trails in the sky when [NAME] let us out of the shelter after the 'all-clear' siren. It was scary, and strangely exciting for a boy of 3. Thanks to all those who saw off the Nazi threat in the Battle of Britain in 1940 : such bravery, against the odds, was what we, and the world, needed; and without you - and those no longer with us - we would not be as we are today. Thank you RAF.
I was born 15th August 1940, on the day of the biggest Nazi bomber raid on NE England, my mother was told to hide under the Delivery Table during the intensity of the raid, which was the precursor to the Battle of Britain a month later. I give my most grateful thanks to those brave fighter pilots from Aklington and other NE Aerodromes who drove off those Huns that day, and subsequently contributed so valiantly to the Battle of of Britain.
The gratitude of every home in our Island, in our Empire, and indeed throughout the world, except in the abodes of the guilty, goes out to the British airmen who, undaunted by odds, unwearied in their constant challenge and mortal danger, are turning the tide of the World War by their prowess and by their devotion. Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few. Thank you. We owe you so much. [NAME][ Halliwell
My father, [NAME], was a pilot in the Second World War, flying Halifax bombers and serving with 644 squadron - working 'to establish an army of resistance.' On the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, I am grateful for this opportunity to send my warmest regards and thanks to all those who served in the RAF. We are forever indebted to their courage and service and they remain forever in our hearts. God bless you all.
I Have Been Lucky To Nurse and Care For Veterans From Both World Wars, D-Day Vets & RAF Vets inc Mcidoe Boys Badly Burnt in their Planes Comforting those with PTSD Hiding under the hospital Bed Screaming i'm Burning! I coaxed them and comforting them. I Respect them and What they Went Through not Taught in Schools now such a shame We owe so much to them and their Sacrifices We would not have the freedoms we have now God Bless you all
Without the commitment of the very young men who took to the air to defend our Country and its freedom during those few months of1940, we would not have the liberty we have today. Many of those young gave their lives to protect what they believed in and because of their sacrifice we live, today, if a free society. To each and everyone of those brave hero's you have my total and utter respect. To the few, Thank you for your service.
To all those people that contributed to this great victory, the designers of aircraft, the makers of the aircraft, the armourers making, maintaining, the guns and ammunition, the ground crew keeping the planes in the air, and the pilots who knew the dangers they faced. We have a great debt of gratitude for the sacrifices and efforts made to keep Britain Free. Lest we forget... we will remember them. [NAME] Former Royal Signals.
It is very easy to say thank you and that you will always be remember. But these are very genuine comments from my family and I. Our eldest son is an RAF Officer who has been deployed, so we are aware of the risks service personal take on our behalf. My wife, youngest son and I are all members of the RAFAC, so it is a very deeply held thank you to everyone who risked their lives for the benefit of others - You will be remembered.
When we see the war time films of the Battle of Britain, its hard to imagine how people of this Nation felt. A combination of fear,pride,coursge and a determination to stand up to [NAME]. The few who flew the skies,the groundcrew who kept them up there, the families who supported all the service men and women ny keeping the home fires burning. We owe them all a debt of grattitude which has allowed our lives to be lived in peace.
I wasn't born in your time. I was born in the time afforded by your selfless bravery and that of your colleagues whom paid the ultimate sacrifice on the alter of freedom. I cannot begin to imagine what you went through in those darkest of hours. All I know is that when I look towards the skies above our green and pleasant land, I see an enduring reminder of all that we have to be grateful. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
I would like to salute my mother Sergeant Ivy'June' [NAME] stationed at Biggin Hill during 'Battle of Britain' she made sure all personnel were fed adequately particularly the Pilots when on missions. Served in R.A.F. for 8 years 1940 - 1948 and enjoyed every minute of it. Very proud of her fortitude and hard work in defeating the enemy. We will remember them. [NAME] a 'very proud' daughter. Rest in Peace.
Thank you to all those that were involved in the Battle of Britain, so that we may live in freedom today. We will never forget the bravery shown and the sacrifices made, as we strive to learn more about this period in history, in order to honour the memory of those lost and all that fought. We shall remember. God bless and keep you all. With all our gratitude always, [NAME], Rebecca and The Bradford Family, [NAME], UK.
We owe them a life time of gratitude, without them our lives would have been completely different in so .any ways. Thank you for all that you gave their lives so we could have our freedom today. We will never forget your sacrifices you made for us. Im proud to have served in the RAF for 9 years and to serve to keep the freedom you gave so much for. 🌺 We Will Remember Them Today, Tomorrow and Always Lest We Forget 🌺 Xx
Thank you to everyone who played their part, big or small to ensure that Britain and its people kept their freedom. Thank you for your bravery, for getting involved, for doing those jobs you never dreamed of and for just getting on with it when you were scared, lonely and unsure. We can never repay your sacrifice but we can speak your name so you live on and we never forget. With love from the [NAME] and [NAME] families
I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THANK YOU FOR GIVING SO MUCH TO YOUR COUNTRY AND TO YOUR PEOPLE, FRIENDS FAMILY AND RELATIVES, THANK YOU FOR SAVING OUR LIVES AND GIVING US WHAT WE HAVE TODAY, YOU ALL SERVED YOUR COUNTRY REALLY EXCEPTIONALLY WELL, AND EVERYTHING YOU SACRIFICED, WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN, MAY WE NEVER FORGET THE PEOPLE WHO PUT US WERE WE ARE TODAY WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
We thank you for every single minute of each day & night that you battled through to secure safety gave us hope, peace and joy. Many were lost forever and we are desolate but many more survived and returned. Many couldnt talk about the experience, the horrors or the losses and were bever able to. My mother was a test pilot. Whatever part you played, however small or not, we are indebted to you. God Bless you all xx
Thank you for my freedom. During my time in the RAF, I had the pleasure of refuelling the Battle of Britain Flight, something I will always remember and feel proud to be able to boast about to others. Its not often you get a chance to to be able to boast about With such pride, having been able to do something to help keep the memory alive of those that kept your freedom in tact. Thank you again with all my heart.
How can we ever repay the debt we owe to all the men and women who worked during those terrifying days to get these young men aloft to start the fight for victory over the evil darkness of the German armed forces On this 80th anniversary, looking up into the clear blue September sky it makes me deeply grateful for their sacrifice - they will never, ever be forgotten - that's a small way to repay the debt we owe.
We cannot underestimate the importance of the victory over our skies during that summer of 1940. We owe our freedom to these young men who flew and to all the men and women serving as ground crew; the operators, plotters, engineers, armourers, and any involved. We should also not forget those that fought to keep the streets open after bombing and those who lost their lives as part of this. Thank you. Thank you.
I salute all the men and women who fought in the Battle of Britain 1940 4 years before I was born, both my parents were in the Worcester Regiment my eldest son went in the RAF going up through the ranks to Squadron leader retired now . Thank you all for what you achieved for Britain to all you very. Courageous men and women we would not have the life we have now without your Immense courage god bless you all .
Thinking of something to write, that hasnt already said before, never was so much owed by so few to so many as Churchill once said! when my heart sinks and my eyes fill with tears at the loss of so many lives all over the world, let great bravery and sacrifice of these, people be remembered by the freedom we have as a nation and on a global level free from evil.the world will be forever in your debt. God bless
Thank you to all pilots, crew, engineers and all RAF support. You saved us, often with your own sacrifice. I would not be here if it weren't for you. My eternal thanks, love and appreciation. Miss [NAME], daughter of Flt Lt George Walter Smith who trained as Spitfire pilot. [NAME] served in the RAF until his death 25th August 1978. Per ardua ad astra. (married name [NAME] ).
To all the courageous men rand women who played their part in the Battle of Britain in the air or on the ground, risking their lives in order to make our country safe for us and future generations. For those young men who lived in terror up in the skies, who lost their lives too soon, for their families stricken in grief at their loss, you did not deserve to suffer, you are heroes, thank you , I salute you X
My father was in the RAF but missed the 'Battle of Britain' which was one of his regrets. I'm sure being the man he was he would have given his all. In one sense, I'm glad he didn't. The brave few risked their lives without any though to what might have been the consequences. Without their bravery the world would have become such a different place. I salute all of them and only wish that many could return.
I would like to thank all aircrews in the RAF at that and this time, fighter command, bomber command, and coastal command, also Id thank an unsung hero of the Battle of Britain, who gave his life so we would have a fighter second to none. [NAME] was told to rest to recover from illness, he didnt and he died to make sure we had the Spitfire the aircraft second to none in our hour of need. Thank you all
I had planned a front garden solo cornet led 80th Anniversary Tribute to the Battle of Britain Heros to be performed on Tuesday 15th September. Because of the new Covid 6 people rule that will now take place this evening Saturday 12th at 6.30 pm. The programme includes; 633 Squadron Eternal Father leading into the Dam Busters theme Great Escape March RAF March Past Trevor Heynes, Sidmouth, [NAME], EX10 9EB
Thank you to each & everyone of you who fought for our freedom not only in ww2 but ww1, thank you to my grandad [NAME] who went to fight in the 1st ww at only 18, yes he came home but the war still took him in 1940 due to mustard gas. RIP grandad, I may never have had the honour of meeting you but it doesn't stop me from loving you. [NAME] to all who gave their lives in both ww so we could live xxx
We should always remember and be thankful for the actions of the brave and heroic pilots who fought in the Battle of Britain and the civilians who stoically continued with every day life during WW2. Their efforts and perseverance mean that we can live our lives free of fear and persecution today. The importance of their actions cannot be overstated and I welcome this opportunity to show my gratitude.
You maybe gone, but you'll never be forgotten. I've taken it upon myself to hand down stories of the few and the many, to my children. This includes my [NAME]'s experiences during the Battle of Britain and the ensuing Blitz. Everybody gave some, some gave all; you'll be remembered for eternity and your sacrifices were not in vain. Rest in peace, defenders of the free world. Per [NAME].
To all those that risked their lives for. the Queen, country and freedom, we salute you. Your strength and determination will never be forgotten throughout time you will be the truest heros to have lived and died. your country loves you forever and always. the world would not be the same if it hadn't been for you strong brave men putting your own lifes on the line to save ours.. lest we forget <3
We should never forget the efforts of the gallant men and women of the Royal Airforce who were drawn from all corners and creeds in the Empire , who served unquestioningly to ensure the future of what we all believe in. Their struggle against a ruthless enemy, their candid acknowledgement of the risks they took., and the ultimate sacrifices paid by many have guaranteed we are who we are today. .
Our grateful thanks are given to the men and women who fought for the freedom of the world in the Summer of 1940. Brave souls from England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Polish Republic, New Zealand, Canada, Czechoslovakia,  Belgium, Australia, South Africa,  Free France, Ireland,  United States,  Southern Rhodesia,  Barbados,  Jamaica, Newfoundland and Northern Rhodesia. We thank you all.
for those who served and are serving, on the day you joined up you gave a cheque to the country with the value of your life. many people will forget this sacrifice but so many more never will. you have inspired many and will continue to do so. some scars you carried are obvious but so many are not. thank you now and always. freedom is ours to enjoy. remembering you all. shoulder to shoulder .
The gratitude of every home in our Island, in our Empire, and indeed throughout the world, except in the abodes of the guilty, goes out to the British airmen who, undaunted by odds, unwearied in their constant challenge and mortal danger, are turning the tide of the World War by their prowess and by their devotion. Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few.
Thank you to everyone in the RAF, its support service personnel, workers for Rolls-Royce, Supermarine, Avro, Hawker, [NAME] and all the others for your superb performance in the whole of WWII - the USAAF recognized the RAF as the finest, and best led airforce in the world. My father, LAC [NAME] served in 2nd Tactical Air Force, then worked for Rolls-Royce after the war.
In the skys about britian, a new and terrible batrle was being fought, that the world had never seen before. When britain stood alone agains the daily onslaught of the german lufwaffer, failer would insure certain defeat, yet a few brave souls carried on the fight against the odds and where victorious. With tremenous gratitude to the RAF and all involved in the war. We will remember them.
We are a Services family - Royal Navy, Army, NHS & the Church + close friends in the RAF. We bless you all in the Services, armed or caring, & are forever thankful for the good that you do & the huge benefits that we enjoy today in our nation as a result, and especially to all who made the supreme sacrifice. We will remember them. And you all are in our prayers. Thank you. We salute you.
Churchill said it best all those years ago, Never was so much owed by so many to so few..From Peplow/Smith family we will remember, honour and gives thanks to those brave souls that kept our great island safe and eighty years on lets us raise our children in green fields of home free from the terrors those brave men and faced all those years ago. [NAME] bless we salute you Lest we forget.
Great respects to the few and to all who fought in the battle of britain. I've respected RAF since childhood due to the Battle of Britain, which encouraged me to join the Air cadets years ago and to learn to fly and now to be befriender for RAFA. I listened to family members who lived and fought in Ww2 and was and still is interested and fasanated by they're stories. So thank you all.
[NAME] wartime speech "Never in the field of human conflict..........." was true then, is true today and will forever be true in the future. There are many kinds of bravery but the bravery that our pilots displayed when called upon to risk their lives time and again, when they were aware of the attrition rate, is a special kind of bravery that is reserved for true heroes.
Thank you so much for your selfless acts of heroism. Our country and indeed, the rest of the workd, may have fallen into the hands of evil. To all who served; the surivors and the fallen, we will be eternally grateful. Your bravery and relentless combat will forever be emortalised in the history books and the hearts of our great nation. May you glory be celebrated beyond the years. OA
I am so grateful to these pilots. My husband's grandfather, [NAME], was one of these pilots who eventually flew out from Cleethorpes/Grimsby...RAF North Coates I think, to hunt the submarines and stop them from entering the Humber River. Thank you so much, all of you, for keeping Britain safe. [NAME]'s grandad would be heartbroken to see the state Britain is in at the moment.
I recently retired as the first ever R.A.F.A. Rutland County Standard Bearer after 25 years. My life has been connected to the R.A.F. Since I was 17 when I enlisted. Followed by 20 Years as a "Techie" at Midland Radar, followed by [NAME] happy years at R.A.F. Cottesmore in Radio Records and then as [NAME] give this Campaign all your support. Life has been very good!
God bless them all the many & the few thats why Ive been free all of my life & all of us in the United Kingdom have, they are all brave heroes to us all & should never be forgotten, remember Lest We Forget because I never will forget those brave heroes all, on the ground & in the air & the backup of people all over the United Kingdom & our allies from around the world & the Empire!
My father's cousin, Pilot Officer D N O Jenkins RAF, was shot down and killed on 30 August 1940, aged 21. His mother received his posthumous 1939-45 Star with Battle of Britain clasp through the post from the Air Ministry. It remained in the box until I had it mounted in time for the 80th anniversary and wore it in his honour at the Battle of Britain service in Westminster Abbey.
thank you all for the sacrifices you all had to bare, for my generation and other after me to live free and worryless. You should not of had to do it, but when the time came you didnt look back. I am honoured and privileged to be able to know people who lived through the war and I made it my mission to learn about everything that happened so hopefully it will never be forgotten.
I salute all those brave young men and women of the RAF who have given their time over the years to ensure the safety of the public of England. but none so much as during the world wars. The sacrifices given then were high. Young men and sometimes women, who willingly gave their young lives, for a great course. so it with the utmost of honor and pride I salute and thank you.
Thank You to the Courageous Few who fought outnumbered outgunned again the Germans but the [NAME] didn't have our Undying Spirit and we Salute You. Brave Young Men from all over the World  came to our Aid and they succeeded in keeping our Skies clear of Marauding flights  of Fighters and Bombers from Germany. Thank You and may you all [NAME] in Peace  with our [NAME].
I was born in 1943 and my father served throughout the war in the Royal Air Force. As such, our brave and magnificent airmen, and indeed airwoman, were my childhood heroes. I have never lost the admiration and gratitude I feel to all those who fought for and defended our country and the free world, and finally conquered the evil that threatened us all. God Bless you all.
The war in the skies, was only second to that of the infantry, and as many land deaths as were claimed, is only a percentage of those who could have died, The Royal Air Force, The Canadians, the Americans and the Polish all played a major part in securing the life of thousands of soldiers, sailors and civilians. We cannot ever pay these people back, We Must Remember Them
Thank you for being my dad and fighting for your country and giving us the freedom we have today,i am always so proud to tell everyone you were one of the many bomber crews that flew during the war.You were so brave doing that at such a young age it must of been so scary.You are no longer here to read this but you will be my hero brave dad that served his country well x
My Mom during the war. Fire watched on the roof of the Grand Hotel in Birmingham. She also worked as first aider in the basement of Lewis department store. She saw many dog fights  over Birmingham, which ended in victory roll over the city. She was one of the unsung heros of the war. She also worked in a protected employment. So couldnt be called up. My mom was my hero.
My maternal grandfather was in the Flying Air Corps and I trained as a nurse In the PMRAFNS- so I have a strong link to and love for the RAF. I do indeed salute and thank those selfless men, who fought so bravely and won, against the tyranny that sought to overcome our nation; allowing us to live in freedom. [NAME] bless them and their families. May they Rest In Peace.
I have always regarded these heroes as the best example of true courage in the face of the absolute destruction of themselves and of the country and our way of life. As a civilian aviator my respect for them deepened on the day that I took to the skies in the peace they had won for us with their brave and implacable defence of our country. DG Firth - Naval Veteran
to you heroes of the sky you helped to free our country we shall never forget the bravery of those who die and those who survived and to all who put their lives at risk to help our country, we shall never forget your in our hearts and in our minds, soldiers of fortune, you gave so much , and to you soldiers now your doing a grand job , will always be appriechiated
What can I say that hasnt already been said We owe so much to the few that defended Britains skies in 1940, thank you for your service we will never forget you. Poland, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Czechoslovakia, Belgium, France, the United States, South Africa and any that I may have forgotten. Thank you and bless you all,  the long and the short and the tall
I thank you for your courage to keep Britain a free country, my heart goes out to all who fought, for all that came back and those who didn't. without your courage though there were ones that didn't want to go but national duty was bestowed on them and they did their duty. I wonder what you would think of the Britain today, I will be Eternally grateful to you all
A very big thank you to alll of you who help to keep us safe. My father was in Homeguard, he was a farmer. I was born during the war and can remember rationing. We are so fortunate to have our freedom. My son in law spent 20 years in the RAF and I remember listening to every news bulletin when in was in the first Iraq war. So, THANK YOU. THANK YOU. THANK YOU.
What can I say, but thank you for all you have done to give us the freedom we have today. I make a point of teaching my kids about your sacrifices and to show respect for our military. The resilience of your generation puts us to shame today, I wish we had your strength of character. You continue to inspire me and my family, as do all our military services.
With my eternal gratitude to all the boys in blue , Due to the efforts of all these brave young men (and women ) I have enjoyed a lifetime of freedom! My dearest [NAME] proudly served with the 615 Squadron from 1939-1946 ! To all those serving today with the same dedication to duty to uphold the values as the brave ones who had served before, we thank you too.
Thank you seems such a simple thing to say. But it's said with heartfelt thanks to each and every person, whatever their role, for their contribution to the war effort. Many dangerous jobs and others that were not but each one was important. So 'Thank You' from me, my family here and departed and the new generations that are yet to come. We salute you all.
I salute ALL those unsung men and women who served - & are serving - in the Royal Airforce, particularly my late father [NAME], of 197 Squadron, of which he was Leader in W.W.II - & also attained the rank of Flight Instructor, & Acting Warrant Officer, prior to his leaving the R.A.F. in 1946. May the Eternal Grace of God be with you all. Amen.
We can never thank these brave men, women and teenagers enough for all that you did. You allowed my parents to grow up free from what could have been a nightmare dictatorship if [NAME] had won. Allowing my parents to live, enabled me to be born and my children, but also my gorgeous granchildren. Thank you once again, although we can never thankyou enough.
I salute those extremely brave men who fought in the skies to give this country and its people freedom. Pilots who were not only from these shores but from other countries who helped to keep freedom from tyranny. Also thank you to the ground staff that maintained and rearmed the aircraft and those who waved them off. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
To all the extremely brave men in the R.A.F, both in 2020 and during our darkest hour, September 1940. Every airman represents courage, pride, belief that they can do there jobs and their devotion to the service. The Battle of britain will always be remembered as a telling and testing time for the R.A.F, where men were forged and a legacy was created.
Thanks to all of you for the ultimate sacrifice in rescuing Great Britain from the Nazi Regime in Germany in both World Wars. Thanks to your personal sacrifices I have lived with Freedom my entire life as have my family. [NAME] you bravest of the brave. May your God bless you forever as I will Never forget your sacrifices for your countries and people.
Thankyou to my late father( just 22 years of age when he became a warrior of the sky 80 years ago, and to all the young men he flew with in those terriifying days in WW2 when thise brave young men defended our island and our freedom with incredible skill, determination and in many cases paid the ultimate sacrifice to give us our freedom ..Thank you .
Without the heroic efforts of the RAF aircrews and ground crews, the support personnel the Observer Corps and the Chain Home staff, the Battle of Britain may not have been the victory it was. A defeat may have led toa successful invasion of Britain and that would have changed history and our lives today. Thank you to all - Blue skies and a tailwind.
Thank you, what more can I say. In a turbulent world, I am still free to walk in the sunshine along the cliffs of the south coast. I still see the old defences rotting in the hill sides and say a silent pray of thanks. I cannot imagine what you went through but I am simply humbled and grateful that you had the belief and courage to do so. Thank you!
Without the heroic efforts of the RAF aircrews and ground crews, the support personnel the Observer Corps and the Chain Home staff, the Battle of Britain may not have been the victory it was. A defeat may have led toa successful invasion of Britain and that would have changed history and our lives today. Thank you to all - Blue skies and a tailwind.
My father [NAME] was a rear gunner in the Lancasters. sadly he passed last year but remained fiercely passionate about the RAF until his dying day. We owe so much to him and all the other heroes who sacrificed themselves so that we can have the freedom we have today. RESPECT tobrhem all for their service and sacrifice. Never to be forgotten
Thank you. Without you who knows how history would have turned out Would I be here What would have happened to our country What would have happened to the world You saved civilisation and I will never forget and never stop being grateful for all that you did. Bless those of you who are still alive and for those who have gone to a better place, RIP.
I can't express my profound gratitude for all your bravery. And can't thank you enough for allowing me to enjoy all the freedoms I enjoy, and take for granted. Sadly at times, forgetting the sacrifices of those who went before. When I see things like this, it makes me ashamed I don't think of those more often. Thank you, everyone of you involved.
Flight Leutenent Stuart [NAME] your family is so proud of you and we Salute You Love from Stuart, Sheena, [NAME], [NAME] and your grandchildren [NAME], [NAME], [NAME], [NAME], [NAME], [NAME], [NAME] and [NAME] and your Great Granchildren Calvin, Aston, Silver, [NAME], Ethan, Cole, [NAME], [NAME], Holly, Cally, Alex, Ruby and [NAME]
This is a lovely gesture . My Father , [NAME] ("Bob") [NAME], flew [NAME] and Hurricanes in the Battle of Britain, and later became an Instructor. My sincere thanks to all who supported our defenders in so many practical ways. [NAME] and [NAME] had 3 children, I am the 2nd. [NAME] [NAME]. Thank you. 🇬🇧😊🌈🇬🇧😊🎼🌿🌈😊💐🇬🇧
Remembering my father in law [NAME] DSO DFC&bar 1919-2002 with pride who along with many young brave men fought tirelessly above our skies to secure the freedom we have today. [NAME] was one of the lucky few to survive . Least we forget the huge sacrifices made during the battle . Thank you all from the bottom of my heart 💓
Thank you to the WW2 generation that fought and endured for the freedoms we enjoy today, and especially during the Finest Hour of the Battle of Britain in 1940 when all might have been lost if it were not for the bravery of the Few in the air and the Many on the ground who held firm against the might of [NAME]'s Luftwaffe. Per Ardua Ad Astra!
We owe so much to 'The Few' without them we wouldn't be here today! Remember them with [NAME]. My father in law, [NAME] was in Burma and India three brothers served a total of 75 years between them, two nephews and my now my 10 year old [NAME] tells me he's going to join The Royal Air Force, his Great Grandad his hero would be so proud!
Thank you for giving your today so that we might have our tomorrow, it is truly humbling to read about how a generation of heroes did their service for our nation and we cannot forget the sacrifices made for us in the name of freedom by people from many nations and of course the commonwealth, I salute you all, my brothers and sisters in arms
my grandfather served in the first world war and was a ticket inspector and air raid warden throughout the second. his name was [NAME]. i never fully appreciated what both he and the brave men and women dud for us when I was younger, but as I've grown and natured I only wish he were alive so that I may discuss his stories with him.
Born in 1946, I grew up in Orpington Kent. My parents talked of standing in the garden watching the [NAME] rage overhead. We went to the Biggin Hill Air show every year and watched the [NAME] and Hurricanes. As one of the next generation I talk of the bravery of those young pilots to my children. Their memory can never be forgotten.
Thank you to all who gave their lives while fighting so bravely for our country. You gave so much for our freedom. The world would have been so different without your sacrifice. Thanks also to the the many others who helped in anyway they could, too many to mention. We have so much to be thankful to you for. We shall remember you all.
My love and gratitude goes out to all the brave men and women who were involved in keeping our skies ..and ultimately our country ... safe. This meant I could be born in peace and safety. Your dedication to your roles and for some the extreme sacrifice, will NEVER, ever be forgotten. May the love of God be with you now and always. xx
There simply arent the words to express the gratitude I feel to you all. Without your incredible bravery we would not be here today. In 1940 you alone stood for all that was right and good against a seemingly invincible evil. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, today and every day for all eternity. You make me proud to be British.
Dear , Heroes , Thank you. thank you for yesterday, thank you for today and thank you for tomorrow but most of all , thank you for making sure I could be born. my grandfather escaped a concentration camp and was helped to Britain, and now I have a beautiful little 3 year old girl, Maia and if it weren't for you she wouldn't be here.
Thank you for your dedication, courage and determination that kept so many people safe. My Mother and her Brothers who watched as the Battle of Britain happened over their heads were very lucky, played their part in the war, went on to marry and have children and grandchildren. Thank you, without you all, this may not have happened.
To all the pilots, airmen and women who fought for Queen and country, many of whom paid the ultimate price, I salute you! May the sacrifice you made always be remembered and your memory be cherished and live on forevermore! We thank you for your service! Sgt.(SCC)Schøyen Lima Company | Royal Marines Cadets|Tooting&Balham Sea Cadets
I salute your couage, your honour, your sense of duty and decency which inspired you to protect and defend us all. I salute all of you heroes who returned to us, and those heroes who gave their lives for us. Without you, where would we be The freedoms we have today, we owe to you. May G-d bless you all, forever. [NAME].
Both of my grandfathers fought, one returned from dunkirk with the lower half of one leg missing, this was caused by a mine he had previously been in monte casino with the BEF, needless to say i am incredibly proud of my grandfathers as i am of every single soul who fought so selflessy for our freedom, thank you simply isnt enough
An eternal gratitude, immense pride and an honourable debt for the bravery, the sacrifice and the inumerable selfless acts of giving of themselves in the face of unimaginable odds and fear, on the behalf of those they did not know, those who were not there and those yet to be born, shall mark these men and women out for eternity.
Incredibly brave young men who clambered into their cockpits knowing that it may well be their last flight. I have read many books on the subject and am just amazed at the courage and determination they all had in those desperate days. Thanks to these men and women, on the ground and in the air, we owe our freedom. Thank You All.
Thank you all so very much. My grandfather served in the RAF during WW ll and my [NAME] served in the RAF doing his National Service, I followed myself into the Air Scouts as a teenager. Always proud of the RAF, always will be and for the freedom we all live under today. Thank you for all you gave. "Per Ardua Ad Astra". L J Haynes.
You gave us your lives, limbs, health and so much more for our freedom, thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you did. My parents made sure i would never forget, my sons, grrand- daughter amd her two children also pass on rememberance to their children. From all in my familywho were and are military. [NAME] bless ypu all. X
We cannot fully appreciate the sacrifices made and just how close we came to being invaded. What I can do is make sure our twins who are 14 fully appreciate the dedication and sacrifices made. What a wonderful programme the MacGregors made for us on the aircraft and battle. The boys loved it too. This truly was our Finest Hour.
The debt can never be repaid to all the brave souls that gave up their lives so we could live ours. We will ever see conflict like they did so I salute you brave men women animals and children. Thank you for what you did for us as lond as I have breath in me you will never be forgotten. Maximum respect for all involved 👏👏👏👏
Even though you are gone we will always remember what you did for our country. If Germany had been successful our lives may have never been the same again - even now. By risking your lives and being brave heroes, you made sure of our freedom. We are very grateful and proud of everyone who was a part of this battle. Thank you
Those that flew in the battle of britain and those that supported them remain as the pillars of our free world. Without them we would be list to tirany and dictatorship. This pivitol battle serves testament to their courage, skill and strength at a time the country needed it most. God bless them all and we shall never forget
I salute all of our brave heroes who took part in the Battle of Britain. I'm truly humbled by your dedication and ultimate sacrifice by many that allow us to have our freedom in this current day. I was so inspired that it led me to join the Royal Air Force and serve my Queen and Country from 1988 to 2013. Per [NAME] ad Astra.