7 shillings and six pence a day - less than $2 USD in 1941
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there were 100,000 RAF (royal air force) pilots in the World War II and 90,000 died in the war
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RAF would have a list email their Historical department
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pilots for the British RAF
498 royal air force pilots died in the battle of Britain
Many Afrikaans pilots fought for the RAF in the first World War. Others were also recruited in ground forces.
Yes, in fact 17 RAF pilots won the V.C. in WWII.
Style and Tradition – Many pilots adopted a more relaxed, “devil-may-care” attitude, influenced by the culture of the RAF, particularly within Fighter Command. This informal look became a symbol of their rebellious and daring spirit. Influence of Senior Officers – Iconic RAF figures like Douglas Bader were known for their casual approach to uniform regulations. This set an example that younger pilots followed. Over time, this small uniform quirk became part of the RAF fighter pilot image, often seen in photos from the Battle of Britain and beyond.
The USA piolts join the RAF in 1940 because they wanted to help with the world war but the Americans were not involed with the war until the bombing of peral harbor Dec 8 1941