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Jack Youens is GSS/C Association Member Number 360. He was at the Gravesend Sea School in 1938.When he feels up to it I will be asking him to fill in the details of this collection of photos he recently sent me. Thinking of you Jack. Our very best wishes. GordonTumber
On enquiring into Jack's health he replied: Yes fine, I am fully committed at the present dealing with my treatment for throat cancer, so forgive me if I appear uninterested which is not the case. I was with the SS Sacramento as a 16 year old and in British Columbia when the 2nd World War broke out. The ship was finally torpedoed. I meantime transfered to the RAF and became a Fighter Pilot having spent 2 years as a Staff Pilot. Mainly on Mosquitos. I was trained in N0 6 British flight training school, in Ponca City Oklahoma. A long way from Gravesend Sea School. in 1938. I am now 88 and enjoying life as a much loved Grandad. Please still keep in touch. If you woud like I will later send You various photos, and more details. Jack ie F/O Jack Youens of 21 Squadron 140 Wing comprising 487 Newzealand, and 464 Australian Squadron, 2nd Tactical Airforce. Best Wishes. Jack
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