Could Mr. Purdy perhaps be persuaded to add to the legacy that is the "Gaining a pilot's Brevet" thread in the Mil forum?
Kookabat?
Unfortunately, the instigator "Cliff Nemo" and his successor, "Regle" have both passed on, but they've left a legacy to the younger generations, including me, who weren't there.
The thread is like a book, a fascinating story of the trials and tribulations of Service life in WW2 and beyond.
Fortunately, others have seen fit to share with us,but Anno Domini marches on.....PLEASE point any Veterans of your aquaintance in the direction of the thread,I am sure their contributions would be valued.