So brave, an inspiration to us all.

We should never, ever forget what they did for us.

Paul and Janet, Cornwall, 5 June 2024.

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Remembering all those who took part in D-Day, to give us our freedom today.

Claire, Exeter, 5 June 2024.

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Incredible display and many thanks for your hard efforts, to remind us all of the brave servicemen. 

Anon, 5 June 2024.

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Great to see the part you all brave men played in our area to help give us all the freedom that we all enjoy today. Barry and Fiona, Woodbury, 5 June 2024.

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Heroes all, a job well done, Lest We Forget. Anon, 5 June 2024.

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My Father, Witold Lanowski, flew spitfires out of here with 317 Squadron in early 1942. He went on to fly Thunderbolts with the USAAF. Alan, 5 June 2024.

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For all who served and fought. We thank you for your service. Thank you for everything you did and to better the world for future generations. Keisha, Honiton, 5 June 2024.

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Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you sacrificed so that we who live now can be free, you will never be forgotten, this I promise. Lorraine and Graham, 5 June 2024.

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Thank you all for your sacrifice so we have the freedom to live our lives today. Nic and Lyn, Exeter, 5 June 2024.

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Interesting to see where some of the 101st took off from and have just come back from seeing the landing grounds. Really how brave they all were, Anon, 5 June 2024.

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A fitting tribute to those who fought and gave their lives so that all of Europe could be free. 

Anon, 5 June 2024.

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As someone who has recently moved to Exeter, this was a very interesting display, showing the bravery of all those who fought. Thank you.  Anon, 5 June 2024.

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A fitting tribute to all who took part. My Father was a wireless operator during the war. Thank you for the exhibition. Anon, 5 June 2024.

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A lovely tribute, my Great Grandad looked after the horses in WWI. My Grandad was in the Merchant Navy in WWII, and my Grandmother in the Fire Service. So, thank you. Anna (Rep for TUI). 5 June 2024.

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Well done, very interesting and informative. Anon, 5 June 2024.

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I was born in Sept 1944 and it has taken until now for me to have found out the massive effort made by everyone, military and civilian, to save our country and Europe. Can I thank the American and Canadians, who were at Exeter, and their families for the life they helped to make for me. Anon, 5 June 2024.

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Thank you for all you did and gave so that we can live in peace. Anon, 5 June 2024.

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Thank you for your incredibly important role. Anon, 5 June 2024.

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It is so important to remember the events of this period, to thank those that were involved and who sacrificed themselves for all of us. It is most relevant at this point of time. Thank you. Anon, 5 June 2024.

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God bless you all. We will lay poppies for your loved ones.

J & A, Sidmouth, Devon, Anon, 5 June 2024.

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Thank you for sharing these brave men’s stories. It is so important to share and for the young to learn. My boys (aged 8 and 10) have found it very interesting.

Anon, 5 June 2024.

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Thank you for joining in the fight. We find it humbling for all the sacrifices. We appreciate all who served so we could live. N & B, Honiton, Devon, 5 June 2024.

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We only have the freedom to write to this message because of the bravery and sacrifice of these people. We will always remember and be forever grateful. Anon, 5 June 2024.

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Thank you for putting on this exhibition. We appreciate the explanations from those manning it. So essential that this part of our history is never forgotten. Anon, 5 June 2024.

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Thank you for putting on this exhibition. We appreciate the explanations from those manning it. So essential that this part of our history is never forgotten. Anon, 5 June 2024.

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Thank you for your sacrifice. D W Perrin, Plymouth, 5 June 2024.

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I was never so humbled as I visited the Normandy beaches in 1986. On active duty with the US Navy, I felt a bond with my fellow comrades on Utah beach. Living in Exeter for 26 years, it is wonderful to see this display at Exeter Airport honouring this historical day.

I J P Cdr USNR (Ret), 6 June 2024.

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On this auspicious day, it is marvellous to recognise the efforts which receive so little credit for such a great sacrifice. Johnny (USA), 6 June 2024.

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Remembering all, thank you for your service. Anon, 6 June 2024.

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Thank you for your service, remembering all. Anon, 6 June 2024.

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Best wishes and kind regards for all you did. Anon, 6 June 2024.

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Too young, so brave. Keith, 6 June 2024.

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We remember all those fallen during the D-Day operation. Anon, 6 June 2024.

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As an active duty USAF Lt Colonel working in the MET office, I want you to know you are remembered and US/UK cooperation is more important than ever. May we never have to meet the call again, but if it comes, we will meet it again. Anon, 6 June 2024.

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Thank you. We will not forget. We will always remember and be grateful. Anon, 6 June 2024.

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Thank you so much. We will never forget. Anon, 6 June 2024.

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So brave and so far from home. A tear in my eye as I write this. Charles Dale, 6 June 2024.

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Such an interesting exhibition which reminds us of the bravery and sacrifice of all involved. 

Lowena, 6 June 2024.

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Lest We Forget. Les G, 6 June 2024.

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Great to see the airport hosting such an interesting and important exhibition on the anniversary of D-Day. Congratulations to Chris and Jerry for putting it together and achieving so much in reminding us what we owe to those that fought. Geoff Myers, 6 June 2024.

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Thank you for giving the ultimate sacrifice and fighting for our freedom that we have today. We promise to raise our children with the knowledge of what you all did. R.I.P. to the fallen and a big thank you to the ones that came home. Lest We Forget. The Grice family, 6 June 2024.

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We should remember them all but it's important to remember an individual if you can. On a visit to Colleville - Sur-Mer cemetery in 2016, we picked at random such an individual: Corporal Donald Everett Bignell of the 101st Airborne. He trained for a parachute drop he never made as his aircraft was lost at Magneville on the morning of 6 June 1944. We remember Donald of Chalk15, 'Donna Mae' the C47 which flew from Station 463 at Exeter. Cdr Stuart Robinson RN, 6 June 2024.

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In loving memory of all those who paid the ultimate sacrifice, especially our 'adopted' Cpl Donald E Bignell, who never made land. We will never forget your sacrifice. Katlyn Robinson, Newton Abbot, 6 June 2024.

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We remember you. Polish Home, Ilford Park. Anon, 6 June 2024.

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I was living in Paignton and saw the ships leave Torbay, also helped Lest We Forget. Anon, 6 June 2024.in the American and Canadian canteen. It all comes back to me now 97. A Aston, 6 June 2024.

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Lest We Forget. Anon, 6 June 2024.

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You stormed the gates of hell and you won. You are giants among men. We are forever grateful for our freedom that you fought for. Your blood, sweat and tears has left a lasting impression and has forged the world we live in today. Thank you. Danielle Bull and Simon Coughlan, 6 June 2024.

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Phil Wright - resident of Farringdon from 1957 - just 12 years after you were here. A moment in time, I am very grateful. 6 June 2024.

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Carol Wills, Gloucestershire - near to RAF Fairford. Visited today for a connection to my late Father Eddie who was stationed in Exeter prior to going over on D-Day, landing on Gold beach being billeted in Bayeux, France. I had a proxy God mum - knew very little until after his death. but I thank hm and many more for our freedom. There are now many memories - 

Thank you.  6 June 2024.

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Thank you. We will always remember. Anon x 3  

6 June 2024.

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Mitch Stocker - Ginger Davies Grandson. Thanks for the memories, Exeter.  

6 June 2024.

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Jo Boucher - Ginger Davies (AKA Exeter Airport Legend) (Aircraft Engineer and NCP car park attendant) Granddaughter. Thank you so much Jerry and Chris for helping keep the legend of Ginger alive, along with his colleagues at his beloved Exeter Airport and Sue Stocker, Gingers mother.

6 June 2024.

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Exeter is the best. Anon, 7 years old.  

6 June 2024.

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A big thank you to 101st from us all in Exeter. Freedom!!

6 June 2024.

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Thank you for your service. Kate,  Exeter,  

6 June 2024.

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Thank you for your great help in war. Anon, 

6 June 2024.

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Thank you for dedicating your life for us to live freely. Bo, Honiton, 

6 June 2024.

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Thank you for your bravery and service. Tilly, Awliscombe, Honiton, 

6 June 2024.

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Remembering all those who fought for us. Anon, Awliscombe,

6 June 2024.

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Thank you for all your help and service. Ruth, Exeter, 

6 June 2024.

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Thank you for your great service in war. Max S, Exeter. Lest We Forget, 

​6 June 2024.

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Thank you for helping us win the war, we are really, really grateful and happy for what you done. Toby Sellers aged 8, ​

6 June 2024.

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Thank you for your sacrifice in making the world a free place for my and future generations. We will be eternally grateful. "Currahee", Kevin, Exeter,  

​6 June 2024.

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Thank you for your services. Anon, 

​6 June 2024.

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Thank you so much for all you did for us. We will never forget. Neil Chandler, Ex Naval 'Junglie' aircrew, 845, 846, 848, Fleet Air Arm, 

​6 June 2024.

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Thank you for the great sacrifice made by your boys. Stanley, Lest We Forget, 

​6 June 2024.

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Thank you for everything you did during the war. The incredible sacrifices you made have led to a safe world for our generation. It won't ever be forgotten.

Anon, 6 June 2024.

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Thank you for all your sacrifice to allow us to live the life we do. Daddy Ellen, 
Thank you for everything. Mason,  
Thank you for all your help, Anon. 

​6 June 2024.

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Brave folks, thank you for giving your today for our tomorrow, Anon,
​6 June 2024.

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Thank you for all that you did. We have not forgotten and still appreciate it. Anon. 
​6 June 2024.

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Thank you for your huge efforts and sacrifice both on the 5/6 44 and throughout the whole conflict. We all owe you a huge debt. You gave us our freedom. Anon, 

​6 June 2024.

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Thank you for leaving your country to help change history, the history has blown my mind from a local loss. Anon, 6 June 2024.

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​Remembering all those who gave so much for our freedom today. We will remember them. 

Anon, 6 June 2024.

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We were honoured and very proud to commemorate the brave souls who departed our local airport at Exeter, Devon. Thank you for your service and sacrifices on D-Day and beyond. We can never repay you all, but we will remember you always. Chris Wiseman, 6 June 2024.

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307 Squadron Project Event Exeter Historic Guildhall, 14/15 November 2024:

We will be eternally grateful to American Allies during our time of need. Sheila Mason, 14 November 2024.

Remembering the American Troops who were brave during WW2 and how they looked after the children by doing parties and sweets. Thank you and God bless them. Rose Bird, 14 November 2024.

We will never be able to say thank you enough for everything you gave for our freedom! We will always be eternally grateful for your sacrifices and bravery! Eden Furzer xxx 14 November 2024.

For all the 307 and the Polish Nation did – thank you! Ross Sharp, Chief Engineering Officer, The Peoples Mosquito. 14 November 2024.

Beautiful exhibition, very interesting. Richard Fruszynski, 14 November 2024.

So inspiring to visit again. I learn something new about the 307 Squadron every time we come here to remember them. Martin Mc Conaghly, 14 November 2024.

The raising of the Polish Flag over Exeter is such an important event. Lovely to see it bigger than ever this year. Everyone in Exeter needs to know the contribution made by the Lwow Eagle Owls Squadron 307 and how they defended our City during WWII. Rob Harding, Exeter, 15 November 2024.

A very poignant occasion. The service and sacrifice of the men of the Polish Air Force should never be forgotten. Your display and research will ensure that the wider public are aware of their great service. Graham Pitchfork, Winsford, 15 November 2024.

First time visit, My Father flew in 307 Squadron and its been fantastic to find out more information and stories from the period. Putting photos and film to my Fathers exploits, friends and history. My greatest thanks to Andrezej Michael and Marcin for bringing history back to life. Mike Gorsk, Pembroke, Wales, 15 November 2024.

My Dad was 14 years and lived in Lambourne Berkshire. He befriended a Paratrooper of 502nd, 101st Airborne ‘ Bill Davis’ who died at Market Garden. He was a family man and had children. Mark Doggett, Exeter, 15 November 2024.

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85th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain Event 6 July 2025 - Exeter  Airport  

Great display, thank you. Selena and Stephanie.

Many thanks for all you do. Dan Wheeler, Bridport, Dorset.

Great display. Nice to meet you all. Chris Evans.

Great display. Thanks Chris and Jerry for all your work and dedication. Suzannah & Robin Holwell.

Thank you for keeping the memories alive. Wonderful display today, thank you. Daisy, Todd & Dave.

Great display, Dad would have been proud. Unknown. 

We will never forget. We will always be thankful for their service. Chris Sims.

We will always remember you and never forget your service. Unknown. 

Thank you for sacrificing for the peace of the world.  Nita’s family.

Phenomenal and interesting exhibits. Another facet of Polish bravery. Anna.

Thank you for your fantastic display. Thank you for all the work you’ve put into it. Great for my mother to see some information on her Father. William & Beth Doubleday.

I’m proud of the heroes that flew and maintained the air defence and pleased to see the exhibition and honour them. Unknown. 

I’m Amie and I thought that all the heroes that saved Great Britain should be remembered even though you might not know them. Amie.

Thank you for all you’ve done for your country and for freedom. We will always remember you. Unknown.

Thank you for keeping the memories alive. Unknown. 

Most interesting and moving. Thank you. Unknown.

In memory of my great ancestors, may they rest in heaven. Bartłomiej Szczepanik & Magdalena Szczepanik.

So glad we came to the exhibition. Interesting and informative. I am now going to find out more. Lest We Forget. Unknown.

Thank you as a local resident to the airport, so interesting to hear who defended our area we enjoy today. Simon Kerr.

Thank you for saving the country from bad thoughts. Unknown.

Very sad. Very grateful. Thank you. Steve Brown.

Born in America. Tobias aged 7.

Note – The last two written entries are difficult to read and understand but I am very grateful for all of the messages left at this event. Thank you everyone.