I was under the impression that Flt Lt Russell Faulkner AITKEN, a New Zealander in the RAF, was attached to 765 Squadron in early 1940 as a Walrus instructor, and that during August and September 1940 he rescued 35 British and German airmen (and possibly a number seamen survivors) from the sea around the Isle of Wight. Is there no record of such rescues?

I'm currently writing a book about this period and plan to include his exploits.

I hope that you may be able to help me.

Thanks in advance.

Stay safe

Brian Cull