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Old 20th February 2008, 16:53
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Re: F/O D Pickup 501 Squadron Battle of France

Thanks Brian,
I wonder why he resigned his Commission.
Was that as unusual a move as it sounds?
Gerry
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Old 21st February 2008, 10:34
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Re: F/O D Pickup 501 Squadron Battle of France

Hi Gerry

I believe Derek Pickup was older than average for a fighter pilot once war had started for real, and being an Auxiliary was able to relinquish his commission to take control of the ATA.

I don't believe one was able to resign one's commission under ordinary circumstances - others may know better - my only service to Queen and Country was via the Boy Scouts and Air Cadets!

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