Only Surviving Founder Member of the RAF turns 113

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Only Surviving Founder Member of the RAF turns 113

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Henry Allingham, the UK's oldest man, turns 113 today

After flying for the RNAS he transferred to the RAF in April 1918

Happy birthday Harry CHEERS


http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/8086514.stm

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I think you'll find he was an engineer rather than a pilot! Nice bloke, presented me with my wings.
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Thats quite an achievement! Happy Birthday Harry CHEERS
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Happy birthday Harry! :)

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Happy birthday Harry, think he should be awarded an honoury rank of AVM. :dancer: CHEERS

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