🌺 King George VI visits Bomber Command in height of World War 2 King George VI visited Bomber Command during the height of WWII, a walk amongst young brave men who took to the skies night after night. Young airmen stood before him — some exhausted, some hiding their fear, all preparing to fly again into enemy skies. Many of the faces captured here would not live to see the end of the war. This moment tells its own story. But what was the casualty rate of Bomber Command? #BomberCommand #KingGeor

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Last week, we had the privilege of visiting On Freedom's Wings - the lifesize, iconic landmark sculpture of the Avro Lancaster MK1, envisioned and created by the Bomber Command Gateway Trust. During our visit, we spoke with Chairman Charlie White, who shared fascinating insights into the story behind the sculpture and what’s next for this remarkable project. With Armistice Day approaching at the end of this week, the Lancaster stands as a powerful and timely reminder of the aircraft’s crucial ro