We explored Andrée Griotteray White’s journey into becoming an agent in the French Resistance in Part 1 of our Women’s History Month series, and some of Andrée’s most…
Today marks the 80th anniversary of Operation Varsity, an historic mission that saw thousands of RAF glider pilots take to the skies during the final stages of the…
The RAF Benevolent Fund is saddened to hear that Battle of Britain veteran, Group Captain John “Paddy” Hemingway DFC, passed away on 17 March 2025 at the age of 105.
After exploring Andrée Griotteray White’s early life and role in the French Resistance in Part 1, in this article we find out some of Andrée’s most dangerous moments…
On 19 July 2025, fundraiser Helen Jenkins will take on a solo swim of the English Channel to raise money for five charities including the RAF Benevolent Fund.
To mark Women’s History Month this March, we spoke with Francelle White about the part her mother Andrée played in the French Resistance during the Second World War. In…
