Lancaster ND362 PM-Q

Discussion in 'The War In The Air' started by JRCowie, Feb 22, 2010.

  1. Derek Gordon

    Derek Gordon Junior Member

    Hi Kate, My mother's first husband was F/S W. Clevey (radio operator) and unfortunately lost his life on the night of 27/28th May 1944. I can remember my mother talking about your grandfather and how Bill (William Clevey) thought very highly of him. I have been researching the loss of ND362 PM-Q for some time and would be pleased to hear from you.

    Many thanks
    Derek Gordon
     
  2. Dannemois

    Dannemois Member

    Hi Gordon
    I am a member of the Gelligaer Historical Society and one of a small team researching all the names on local memorials within the parish. Our aim is to write a short account on each casualty which will be entered on the society's website link commemorating all the casualties of both World Wars. As you will know, William Clevely is named on the Bargoed Memorial and I wondered if you have a photograph of him for inclusion in the project.

    Regards, Roy
     
  3. Dannemois

    Dannemois Member

    Any photos of crew members of this aircraft would be appreciate
     
  4. Dannemois

    Dannemois Member

    Hi Elizabeth
    Possibly not what you are looking for but in case I found this reference to your father being an ex-apprentice at RAF Halton. Sadley there was no mention of the deeds that earned his awards.
    Halton Apprentices - The Gallantry Awards and Honours
    All Apprentices went onto greater glories once they had graduated from RAF Halton, none more so than those who saw active service in conflicts or military campaigns worldwide.


    566076 F/Sgt Leonard Ollier (26th Entry)
     
  5. Dannemois

    Dannemois Member

    Elizabeth
    Again some info found on Air Force Association of Canada
    LEWIS, FS William Thomas (R56328) - Distinguished Flying Medal - No.101 Squadron - Award effective 3 February 1943 as per London gazette dated 9 February 1943 and AFRO 373/43 dated 5 March 1943. Born in Montreal, 1 June 1917; home there (businessman). Enlisted in Montreal, 20 August 1940. To No1 Manning Depot, 31 August 1940. To No.1 Equipment Depot, 9 December 1940. To No.2 WS, 31 January 1941; promoted LAC, 3 March 1941; graduated 20 June 1941 when posted to No.7 BGS; graduated and promoted Sergeant, 21 July 1941. To Embarkation Depot, 22 July 1941. To RAF overseas, 14 August 1941. Posted from No.420 Squadron, RCAF, 25 June 1942; first operation that date with Warrant Officer Leonard Ollier in Wellington III X3754, R/101. It appears he flew with Ollier (who was later awarded a DFC) until being posted to 1659 Conversion Flight 4 November 1942. Commissioned 14 October 1942. Returned to No.101 Squadron following commissioning. Promoted Flying Officer, 14 April 1943. Killed in action 4/5 May 1943. Award presented to next of kin, 12 December 1944. RCAF photo PL-34536 taken on occasion of presentation - Mrs. J. Tootle (aunt), Mrs. M. Lewis (mother) and Lieutenant A.F. Lewis (brother), all of Montreal.
     
  6. Andrew David Ollier

    Andrew David Ollier Junior Member

    Kate we are related.

    My grandfather was Chris Ollier Brother to Leonard.

    Regards
    Andy O
     
  7. Kate Moss

    Kate Moss Junior Member

    Andy - just seen your comment, never knew my granddad had a brother! Kate
     
  8. KevinBattle

    KevinBattle Senior Member

    In case you didn't in your surprise, I've sent a Private Message to Andrew on your behalf.
    In case he also takes a while to reply, he can be found fairly easily on t'internet (full name)...
    Hope it helps bring two parts of a family back together
     
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