Originally Posted by
Krystal n chips
Changing the rank to Mistress Aircrew may induce some confusion as to her role...
When the first female 'loadies' were introduced at Dishforth in the 60s, the (till then) all-male Mess were warned to moderate their language (decent people did that in those days !) Unfortunately, one of the regular Bridge 'school' was one 'Captain Jack' - (M Plt Jack Huntingdon) a brilliant aviator but not noted for 'vicar's tea party' turns of phrase. We all did our best but ultimately Nature overruled Nurture and the following was offered in rich, loud Yorkshire bellow ... "Damn it, you ****, you've trumped t;' ******* ace !