A 'Good War' in India

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posted on 2024-06-05, 19:51 authored by Their Finest Hour Project Team

James Cooper was in the R.A.F. Posted in India he said he had a "good war" stationed in Jodphur as a mechanic servicing and repairing planes. He did not see any action. He attended tea parties (often given for the troops) at the Maharaja's palace, and was able to visit famous sites such as the Taj Mahal etc. His unit's magazine "Camp Chronicle" was full of jokes.

History

Item list and details

1. A copy of the 'Camp Chronicle'. 2. Page from an album including photograph of James and season ticket for a football tournament in Jodphur.

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James Cooper

Person who shared the story/items

Joy Avril Maisey

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Uncle

Type of submission

Shared at Ahmadiyyah Mosque Hall, Warwickshire on 7 October 2023. The event was organised by Leamington History Group.

Record ID

94472 | LEA012-3

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