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Thomas was a well-known figure supporting the Parachute Regimental Association at many events. He has been a feature of the Arnhem Commemorations for many years. Thomas served with 6th Airborne Division and took part in the Battle of the Bulge and Operation Varsity. He was also the face of the Parachute Regimental Association. Always a happy…

It Herman was the subject of newslflash 02/24 ealier this year when I brought to your attention his YouTube channel, The Pegasus Channel. Herman spent many years recording and publishing films about particularly the role of the Dutch Resistance. He never wanted people to forget their bravery and sacrifice and would always mention Herman van…

It is with great sadness and regret that I have to inform you of the passing of one of our Arnhem veterans and Honorary Life members, John Humphreys OBE DL aged 102. John Humphreys served with the 1st Parachute Squadron Royal engineers and was one of those present in the school house at the bridge…

Dear Members, I am delighted to inform you that half-price admission to the Airborne Museum, Hartenstein in Oosterbeek will now be a permanent feature of Arnhem Fellowship Membership . This will take effect from 1st January 2024. You will need to show your membership card when paying to obtain the 50% discount. You can also book online. You will have the…

The Airborne Museum has decided to donate the proceeds from all museum visits on Boxing Day to the United We Stand Foundation. This foundation makes humanitarian efforts in support of the victims of the war in Ukraine. The Airborne Museum tell the story of the Battle of Arnhem. In the spirit of the solidarity and reconstruction…

It is with great sadness and regret that I have to inform you of the passing of one of our Arnhem veterans and Honorary Life members, Ron Johnson, on Thursday 16th November 2023 aged 102. Ron served with E Squadron, Glider Pilot Regiment during the battle of Arnhem, fighting with his section of Glider Pilots…

It is with great sadness and regret that I have to inform you of the passing of one of our veterans and Honorary Life Member, Bill Williams. Bill passed away this morning aged 98. At Arnhem Bill served with the 3rd Battalion The Parachute Regiment. He was captured on the banks of the Rhine and…

It is with great sadness and regret that I have to inform you of the passing of one of our Arnhem Veterans and Honorary Life members, Alec Hall. Alec served with the 181 Airlanding Field Ambulance at Arnhem before being taken Prisoner of War. We will have a full obituary in a future newsletter. May…

It is with great sadness and regret that I have to inform you of the passing of one of our Founding Life members, Lt Colonel Banks Midddleton, who helped Major Tony Hibbert establish the Arnhem Fellowship. Prior to this he assisted with the Arnhem Veterans Club and was treasurer of the Arnhem Fellowship for several…

It is with great sadness and regret that I have to inform you of the passing of one of our Arnhem veterans and Honorary Life member, Roy Smith. My thanks to Roy’s grandson, Phil Harvey for the photograph of Roy. May he Rest In Peace