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RAF 100: Into the Blue
Sophie Raworth's grandfather was one of the first pilots in the newly-formed RAF. Sophie finds out what life was really like for those pioneers in the skies.
As the RAF celebrates the centenary of its formation, Sophie Raworth follows the story of her grandfather, a pilot in the RAF's predecessor, The Royal Flying Corps. Using clues among his possessions, Sophie pieces together his experiences and those of other young men who fought and died above the battlefields of France and Belgium. Part of BBC News's 2018 Highlights season.
Last on
Mon 31 Dec 2018
05:30
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RAF 100: Into the Blue
Duration: 01:28
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Sophie Raworth |
| Producer | Duncan Knowles |
| Director | Robert Hall |
Broadcasts
- Fri 6 Jul 2018 21:30
- Sat 7 Jul 2018 13:30
- Sat 7 Jul 2018 20:30
- Sun 8 Jul 2018 00:30
- Sun 8 Jul 2018 10:30
Sun 15 Jul 2018 13:25- Fri 28 Dec 2018 05:30
- Mon 31 Dec 2018 05:30