The Forcesit' e favourer pap
Surviving capture by the Nazis Win!
Michael J. Fox in 80s romp
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RAuxAF reaching th 100 anniversary l Win informative new book that marks special landmark for Air Force reserve service
Angling Lindley's Mr Perfect
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Motocross
Lossie club on the rise
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Rugby World Cup semis berth
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Ab Fab
WWII daredevil, 102, takes on abseil stunt Tracey Allen WWII HERO Colin Bell is taking on an extraordinary daredevil challenge – at the age of 102. The former Mosquito pilot is planning to abseil 17 storeys down the Royal London Hospital from its helipad to fundraise for three charities. Flt Lt Bell said: “I may be 102 years old but I want to do my bit and raise money for these amazing charities. I’m glad to be doing something that can help – quite frankly at my age, I’m glad to be doing anything.” Fearless Colin is aiming to raise £2,500 for the RAF Benevolent Fund, London’s Air Ambulance and The Royal College of Nursing Foundation. Colin, from Royal Tunbridge Wells, was born in 1921 and joined the RAF in 1940, carrying out 50 bombing raids over Germany, including 13 on Berlin. He was later awarded the DFC for his bravery. He added: “The Benevolent Fund does the most amazing job in supporting members of the RAF Family though thick and thin, providing practical, emotional and financial support whenever it is needed. I would hugely appreciate and encourage any donations.” l Go to: justgiving.com/page/colin-bell