The Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre is hosting a story-collecting day.
As part of the Royal Air Force Museum’s Stories Big Weekend, the aim is to capture local stories relating to the flying corps.
On November 30 between 10am and 4pm anyone with links to the RAF, including being an air cadet or living near a base is invited to the centre on Cocklebury Road in Chippenham to share anecdotes.
Community engagement officer Jess Boydon said: “We are extremely grateful to the staff and volunteers at the Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre for hosting one the RAF Stories Big Weekend events. With venue’s up and down the country taking part, it’s easier for members of the public to get involved and ensure their RAF memories are captured. Whether it's stories about courage, love, tragedy, friendship, bravery, triumph, humour and everything in between, we hope people will find their local participating venue and take up the opportunity to share their story."
RAF Stories is a global oral history project digitalising stories of personal connections to the organisation. All stories captured over the RAF Stories Big Weekend will be uploaded to the RAF Stories website for audiences around the world.
They will also be kept at the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre for local access.
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