Makes sense he was a Bandsmen. It was very common that they where used as stretcher bearers but the practice sort of dies out by WWII but as the Polish units where conically under maned so I could see this happening.
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Originally posted by byterock View PostMakes sense he was a Bandsmen. It was very common that they where used as stretcher bearers but the practice sort of dies out by WWII but as the Polish units where conically under maned so I could see this happening.
The glider I since found out was thought to be 49th Troop Carrier Squadron on 23 September flight to LZ-O. Interestingly a unit of Polish Paras landed here, which ties it in as to why a Waco picture
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I was thinking it was one of those, either laying down or the chap in the middle, though he looks a bit heavier set
Good spot Owen on the windproof, I wouldn't mind adding one to the collection
After picking up these photos I as very lucky to come across an awarded Polish airborne badge with wreath and separately a nice pair of collarsAttached Files
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