Sqn Ldr Hayward - RAF Christchurch - 6 Supplements

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Title:  RAF Christchurch 1940-42 by Sqn Ldr Frank Hayward - 6 Supplements
Author:  Hayward, Sqn Ldr Frank
Abstract: Sqn Ldr Frank Hayward has included accounts of several very interesting events that happened at the aerodrome.
1. Two Frenchmen stole a German training aircraft and landed at RAF Christchurch without harm. Pages 2-32.
2. Harry Hopkins, President Roosevelt's Aide landed there on his return from Lisbon. This describes the civil link that was maintained by mutual consent but cost the life of Leslie Howard the British Film star. Pages 33-41
3. A Boeing was provided by the Canadians to be fitted with AI and was a very valuable addition to the fleet. Pages 42-45
4. Lists of 'events of note' show the wide range of activities Page 46 on
Document Ref:  documents/hayward/raf_christchurch/6_appendices
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Archive date:   8th January 2003
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