Originally Posted by
ian16th
65 years ago today, on 22nd May 1952, the 16th Entry of Boy Entrants were inducted into the RAF. In my case at RAF Yatesbury.
A motley collection of 15-17 year old youths, all who had their education affected by WWII, from all over the UK and a few from the Republic of Ireland.
They were the 1st Entry to swear allegiance to the new Queen Elizabeth II, and take the 'Queens Shilling.'
I wonder how many of us survive? Did we know what the journey was that we started that day?
Where it would lead us?
Where did it lead you? Be interested to know.
TN.