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I am an ex
RAF Policeman, and I wondered if you can help me to obtain a group photo of
No.38 BSC at RAF Debden between October and December 1962.
Regards
joseph Buttigieg
following on from last years RAFPA Calendar, we are going to produce one for 2012. As last year it would be great to include some cartoons in the publication. So any budding or established cartoonists out there who would like to see their artwork in print, in colour, please send to me at ; michael.oneill67@ntlworld.com or to my home address; 11 Florentine Way, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 8JY, regards, Mitch
Morning all,
The golden letter opener bearing RAF Police crest has been donated as a raffle prize at this weeks AGM.
I have never seen one before nor can I find any reference in the Provost parade archives of 'shop sales'
Has anyone got one?
When were they sole?
What was the price.?
I think it is a collectors item but I may be wrong
I have been so disappointed many times on the Antiques Roadshow !!!
I am an Ex RMP WO having served with the RMP from 1971 to 1996. I have met an Ex RAFP Sgt by the name of Kevin Sage, his wife’s name is Alison and Kevin originally came from the Plymouth area. I know that Kevin served with the RAFP in Germany and Cyprus, but know little else about him, other than we worked together having retired for a Defence Technologies Company here in the UK.
We are celebrating Kevin’s 50th birthday in Salisbury, in early January 2011 and would like to put together some stories of Kevin’s escapades and obtain copies of any photos where Kevin may be present. Can your site assist me in finding out anything about his time with the RAFP?
Many thanks in advance.
Kind regards
Gary J Watson Ex 24254754 WO2 GJ Watson – Royal Military Police
Hi Everybody, I'm thinking that photos of the RAF Police Schools would make an interesting article/topic either for The Griff or the 2011 Calendar. For the calendar they would need to be colour photos, so I guess there would not be anything earlier than Netheravon, but if there is great. As usual please send to me either electronically or snail mail. If required photos after scanning will be returned, many thanks, Mitch
Can you spare a few hours per month as an RAF Association Honorary Welfare Officer or Caseworker? The South Western Area office of the Association, which is based in Exeter, covers the following counties Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Wiltshire and Dorset.Full details
My Dad was a member of the Royal Air Force Police (he died 7 years ago). My mother has just given me a copy of his ration card and other information regarding his service. All I know is His no. 2538386, rank cpl name Sydney Eric Epps.
Did anyone know him and can tell me about him and his service?
Thank you
Hi Chaps, I have recently experienced trouble with my computer and I have lost some material. I have an article and photograph about the smallest Guardroom ever!!!!! It was near Khota Bahru and included a dog handler, 'Flash' Williams. I really would like to know who the originator is, can anybody assist please, regards, MITCH
Seeking information about former RAFP Sgt Brian Leonard Mumford BEM, who died of cancer in 1999. Apart from the UK he served in Egypt, Aden, Cyprus twice, Berlin, Rheindalen, Northern Ireland and S.H.A.P.E. His son thinks he was SIB and was involved in protection work during the Harold Wilson HMS Tiger Rhodesia talks and was perhaps was involved in undercover work against the CND. The citation for his BEM reads:
Sgt Brian Leonard Mumford (4116750) has served in No 3 RAF Police District since December 1960. Since being transferred to his present section, he has been employed on observation duties which have demanded a devotion to duty and an unselfish denial of personal freedom seldom required of an NCO in the RAF.Through his efforts and resourcefulness, he has gained information which at times has been of National interest and often of the highest importance to the RAF. In spite of long hours which have involved considerable travel, he has always managed to submit reports which have resulted in precautions being taken, thus permitting the operational role of RAF and and NATO bases to continue unimpaired. Sgt Mumford's cheerful willingness to undertake these duties and the skillful and tenacious way in which he has carried them out have earned him the respect of all those aware of his precarious and exacting way of life in the service of the RAF.
Anyone who has any information to share can contact Steve Davies
steveguida@hotmail.com
I’m looking for information about the Police school located in Uccle, Belgium during 1945-1946.
There, Belgian MPs were under the command of the 2nd Tactical Air Force of the British Liberation Army and served in Germany (Celles, Bad-Meinberg and Güterlöh) at that time also.
I have some photos, but I am looking for information and archives from British side about that period if still existing.
I’m Christian Wuestenberghs and I’m still Military Policeman in Belgium (Air Force) in the Military Police Group in Evere (Brussels).
Thanks
Webmaster comment. I sent this to Steve Davies who provided Christian with photos related to BAAPS but if anyone else has any information please let Christian and Steve know.
I came across your site while looking for information on RAF Tengah, I was wondering if anyone that possibly knew SAC William Alan Loughlin (sometimes mis-spelt as William Allen Laughlin) would mind getting in touch with his family? We know that he died 17 August 1961 due to a car accident on the Chua Chu Kang Road, Singapore that also killed two others (SAC Robert Trevor Kell & SAC James Sprott).
We'd like to collect memories and photographs so that we may map his life away from home in our family tree.
There are two other articles about it, one dated 24 August 1961
and 20 September 1961
Kindest regards,
and a query received from Brendan linking it to our trade:
Hi Steve, on the Royal Air Force Forum Irene posted a request for information related to her uncle who had died in an accident in Singapore in 1961. She knew no more than that. A member of the forum who lives in Singapore was able to obtain these newspaper reports. As a result Irene has learnt a great deal about how he died and who was involved. The driver of the vehicle, Peter Baden Beard, was also tracked down by another member of the forum and it was established that he died in 1992.
Her first enquiry was on the 6th March, so she has learnt a lot in a short time which is remarkable. As Sgt B J Amery, RAF Police, was in mentioned I also though that this would be of general interest. Somebody may know him, or recall the incident. Just a small part of the rich history of the RAF Police.
Best regards, Brendan
Bit of a long shot, but does anybody have any information related to this incident in Singapore in 1961. Sgt B J Amery, RAF Police, attended. ex RAFP |
Hi Everybody, work has started on the 2011 RAFPA Calendar. As always I'm looking for some super photographs and also some cartoons. Can anybody out there help?
I have lots of pics and many of them have already been reproduced in the various supplements over the years. Of course many are worthy of repeating, but it would be nice to have some new 'exposures'. I'm also looking for something special for the front cover, can you help? . I have already approached a couple of individuals who might be able to help, but the more material to choose from the better the finished article. Please send to me electronically (preferred), or by 'snail mail'. regards, Mitch
Just wondering if this could be posted on your website? It is a request for information on an incident which involved my late father who served as E4257297 CPL GILBERT 'GRAHAM' FREDERICK BATT, RAFP. He served from 1960 until 1967 with tours at El Adem, Akrotiri, Steamer Point & Bishops Court. Whilst at El Adam, a transport aircraft caught fire and exploded on the runway. This must have been circa 1963. Apparently there was substantial loss of life - possibly Egyptian soldiers - and my father was involved in the immediate rescue and subsequent recovery operation. My mother, who was WRAF at the same base, believes that my father received a CO's Commendation, along with other RAFP servicemen.
As my dad passed away suddenly and this story only came to light after his death, would love to find anyone else who may have recollections of this incident.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Best Wishes,
Phil. (A8249542)
Airmen's Mess Christmas Day 1958 RAF Gutersloh menu - anyone recognise any of the signatures?
I represented the RAF Police at Buckingham Palace at the presentation of a new RAF standard when I was at No. 2 Police District sometime between 1964-65. It was in the summer and I am trying to find out the exact date. Can you help?
I am at present restoring an ex-RAF Police Honda ST1100 motorcycle to its original 1995 in-service specification. (Its registration number was DH 82 AA and callsign FT03)
If any member of the RAFPA have information on this actual bike or on the RAF Police bikes in general, particularly memories or experience of their use and perhaps any photos, I would be very pleased to hear from them.
When the restoration is complete, the bike will be shown (under the banner of the Historic Police Motorcycles Group) to raise funds for service charities, in particular the RAFBF, H4H and the RMBF.
Many thanks,
Barry Alexander ex RM
Hi Every body, attached is an e mail received by me recently. I was unable to throw any light for Graham, can any of you? I have his e mail address, should anybody have an answer, Mitch
Hello Mitch,
My name is Graham Jenkins and I act as Newsletter Coordinator, effectively Editor, of the Palestine Police Old Comrades Association Newsletter.
Yesterday morning I received via the Post, a copy of "The Griff", the magazine of the Royal Air Force Police Association.
Thanks to whoever sent the magazine to me but there was no covering letter nor any indication as to who sent it.
I have looked through the magazine but can find no names of any ex Palestine Policemen.
Any idea who sent this to me so that I can email my thanks?
Best wishes.
Graham Jenkins Ex Palestine Police.
Strange request I'm afraid. I am looking for my birth father who happened to be a doghandler based in Oxford in 1957. Have only just been given his name as Dennis Heywood from Rhodesia .Is it possible to find out whether or not he was on board that plane? (The plane referred to is the Beverley that crashed 5th March 1957. Steve Davies has checked and her father wasn't on it) Can't find him on any records at all.
Thank you
I found this in a book on Bawdsey Ferry by Phil Hadwen, ISBN 0-9510559-3-3.
Would like to know the year, the people in the photo and any more info. I was at Bawdsey early
80's, ran the Dog Section so would love to hear the history.
Many thanks
Tom Crowley RAFPA No 2274
I wonder if you can help. I am researching the social history of a well known (notorious) street in Valletta (Malta) called Strait Street. I have been doing this research for some time and something that keeps coming up is policing. Alongside ‘Red Caps’ we keep hearing about the RAF Police presence (or ‘snowdrops). I would like to find out whether the RAF Police Association might have any documentation relating to the policing of Malta and Strait Street (aka The Gut) in particular, and whether I can post a note which any veterans will see, being a call for memories, photos etc etc. I do hope you can help.
Email John.Schofield@english-heritage.org.uk - or
Dr John Schofield
5 Silver Street
Wiveliscombe
Somerset TA4 2PA
All photos and other original materials can be returned.
Dr JOHN SCHOFIELD
I am looking for a WRAF hat dating from the 1960 / 70 / 80's for my wife,and would like it to be in good condition. Size 57 (7 1/8
) if possible. The one with no peak, no brim an air stewardess typePlease e-mail me at
camaval@btinternet.commany thanks
Cameron A Valentine
mem no2269
Cpl. Jack Louis REVELL, Service Police, No.1180849. 15th. July 1940 - 1st. Aug. 1942.
I am researching my Fathers' service history which ceased upon his death in Jaarmarkt POW camp, Surabaya, Java on 1st. Aug. 1942.
His convoy, WS9A, left the Clyde 3rd June 1941 and arrived in Singapore 5th Aug. 1941. Convoy records show that two ships proceeded from Colombo to Singapore; the "Capetown Castle" and the "Empress of Japan" but not, as far as I can ascertain, which ship carried the RAF Police Draft from Stn. Bridgenorth.
The RAF Museum have informed me of the existence of your Association and I am hoping, at this late date, that you may have a member who may have this piece of information and/or, incredibly, may have been acquainted with my Father.
I would be eternally grateful for any assistance you could give me in this matter.
John Revell
Webmaster's note:
Steve Davies had no further information to add to this but Cpl Revell's name has been added to the Roll of Honour
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