I recall a story, believed to be true, about a senior WRAF officer in a conference at Cranwell in the 60s about introducing WRAF there in ATC, when offered tented toilet accommodation for WRAF , retorted "But Squadron Leader, my girls like permanent erections".

@PFR thanks for that. Am I the only one who gets goosebumps reading it?

I work over here with the European Neighbours you speak of, and can confirm stories similar to BEagle's. If you know your audience, you can speak very candidly and draw some very sharp, black humour out of them wrt their darker days.

Old Warbirds day: 'Is that a Me109 coming in?'
'Can't be, hasn't got a Mustang in front of it....'

Health warning: Don't try it with every one you meet though....

The quote from our German exchange officer when I was in was 'We only just lost the Battle of Britian but got the silver medal !' Who says they do not have a sense of humour.

Sir,

while I can't confirm the actual post title Officer i/c Temporary Erections, I'm sure every Station Battle of Britain Office appointed an officer i/c Tentpegs, pole erections and other such like requirements for the big day!All to help entertain the punters!!:ok:

There were always so many different things for some officer somewhere to be in charge of, from Yogi Bear train rides to conservation of the environment and litter bin provision.:}

FB:)

I'm Late, I'm Late..
 

Oh dear, how very embarrassing. I'm late for the battle.
I didn't realize that becoming naturalized would make me such a REAL American.

:ooh::O

TB

In the 1980s the German exchange pilot at Coltishall was programmed to lead the BoB flypasts.

:}60024....that made me smile:E

Back in the days before the pongos took over Wattisham when it was a proper RAF fighter station, our 2 Luftwaffe exchange officers used to hold a 'Losers' Party' at one of their OMQs. A much more agreeable aircrew party than the BoBbers CockersP in the OM!

Battle of Britain commemorations
 

Over the last few years it is noticeable how people are becoming more aware of the sacrifices that have been made and continue to be made in their name and have donated accordingly for both Wings Appeal and Remembrance street collections. I only have the job of organising my ATC cadets collecting activities locally but I would like to say thank you to all who demonstrate their gratitude despite the current economic situation by making donations into the tins.

BL