Originally Posted by
Fionn101
Hi All,
Can some of esteemed forum members guide me in the right direction please ?
I am looking to find out more information about my Uncle Archibald Campbell. (Archie to us kids)
I have his service number 2875731 and I know he served in the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. Born in 1938 if that helps with enlistment.
My Uncle Archie always had a signed photo in a frame by his armchair, and as a young lad I asked him "who is that soldier?"
This was the day I learned about Bomber Harris, and my Uncles Huge Admiration for this man.
I was a little too young to remember all his stories but I do know that Archie managed to prang one of his flying machines which caused him to leave the RAF for the police force.
He then went on to successfully prang a police vehicle in a rather notable bank robbery during the 60's.
Any information , especially as to those who may have served with Archie , would be greatly appreciated.
A really kind and wonderful man who we all loved , and I'd like to know a little more about him to tell his sons (my cousins).
Archie passed on 17/07/2010 , sadly missed by all.
Thanks for your time,
Fionn
.........With your search. When I attempted some research with the RAF (Historic Branch top of my head - could be wrong), came up short as request had to come from next Blood Line relative.
Mild Family Politics stopped me then, but may be the time to have another bash.
Good Luck with your quest, but what I have said worth bearing in kind.
Regards,
TN.