In this section, there are a number of short articles and other links relating to the 1916 - 1939 era. Please click on the photographs below to access the articles.
In September 1922, the ‘Chanak Crisis’ was the first post-war test of the RAF’s capability to mobilise and transfer a fighting formation to any foreign trouble spot in a short time, and at virtually overnight notice. Click on the picture on the left to read an account of 208 Sqn’s part in the Operation.
Balloon Buster 100
29 August 2023 marked the 105th Anniversary of Flight Lieutenant Henry Botterell’s famous engagement with a German observation balloon near Arras on the Western Front. Click on the picture on the right to read about 208 Squadron’s visit to meet Henry at the age of 104 in 2001.
George Brisley - 1925
Click on the picture on the left to view a gallery of photographs and the Service Record of 361739 Aircraftsman 1 Fitter Aero Engine George Sherrard Brisley, who served with 208 Squadron between 25 March and 2 October 1925. The Association is indebted to his Grandson, Paul Brisley, for these wonderful photographs.
