In May 2005, the Braughing Aviation Society along with the local branch of the Royal British Legion created an exhibition of information and memorabilia relating to World War Two. Local residents took part in providing their own memorabilia as well as their memories of World War Two.

Read on to find personal stories from those involved in active service at home and overseas. Read about memories of Braughing and the surrounding area during the war and what it was like growing up here.

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Braughing during World War Two

The information provided here is taken from peoples memories. If you think any of the information is inaccurate or incomplete, please inform us of any new information. We shall be pleased to update our records.

Men and Women who served their country during World War Two

Men who served their country in national service after World War Two

Bombing in and around Braughing during World War Two

Memories of some of the men and women involved in active service at home and overseas during World War Two

Don Bly - Royal Navy

Jim Clark - Army

Len Howett - Army

Len Mardell - Army

David Owen - RAF

Evelyn Piggott (nee Glazebrook) - Women's Auxiliary Air Force

Leslie Piggott - RAF

Graham Ward - Army

Charlie Webb - Army

Memories of some of the people from Braughing recollecting their times here during World War Two

Joan Glazebrook (nee Martin)

Peter Glazebrook

Roy Glazebrook - Part One

Roy Glazebrook - Part Two

Peter Jones

Evelyn Piggott (nee Glazebrook) remembers her time here during the war

Women and the War Effort in Braughing