IWM Duxford | IWM In Conversation: Bob Ankerson: from Berkshire to Baghdad
Join retired Squadron Leader Bob Ankerson as he recounts his time in the RAF. Flying in Vulcans and Tornados as a Navigator, Bob served in the Gulf War, flying the Panavia Tornado GR1. Whilst flying as part of Operation Granby, on the 24th January 1991, Bob was forced to eject from his GR1 and was taken as a prisoner of war, and not released until the the March of '91. Hear Bob Ankerson tell his story of Operation Granby. with unique, first hand experience. Have your questions answered by one of them men who saw what it was like first-hand, and book an opportunity to have a bespoke tour with one of our expert tour guides of the Panavia Tornado, exclusive for this event only.
Please note, this event includes general admission, you do not need to book a seperate general admission ticket to access IWM Duxford.
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Join retired Squadron Leader Bob Ankerson as he recounts his time in the RAF. Flying in Vulcans and Tornados as a Navigator, Bob served in the Gulf War, flying the Panavia Tornado GR1. Whilst flying as part of Operation Granby, on the 24th January 1991, Bob was forced to eject from his GR1 and was taken as a prisoner of war, and not released until the the March of '91. Hear Bob Ankerson tell his story of Operation Granby. with unique, first hand experience. Have your questions answered by one of them men who saw what it was like first-hand, and book an opportunity to have a bespoke tour with one of our expert tour guides of the Panavia Tornado, exclusive for this event only.
Please note, this event includes general admission, you do not need to book a seperate general admission ticket to access IWM Duxford.