Most of the photographs in this book have been collected over many years of research into RAF history and in particular from former aircrew of Bomber Command, many of whom flew in these veteran aircraft. Families of those who have since died also contributed pictures and information. In particular, I should like to thank my good friend Andy Thomas for his help with photos from his massive collection of RAF aircraft. Other images came from the archives of the late Chaz Bowyer and Peter Green.
Norman R. Franks
January 2016