The Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve was established in 1936 to support the preparedness of the U.K. Royal Air Force in the event of another war. The Air Ministry intended it to form a supplement to the Royal Auxiliary Air Force, the active reserve for the RAF, by providing an additional non-active reserve.

What was a Class F reservist in ww2?

Typically a pre-war reserve had the card stamped either Militia or "F in a circle (Class F Reserve)" to denote eligiblity for mobilisation on outbreak of war. That card does not have the stamp.

What does VR stand for on ww2 RAF uniform?

Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve formation badge, other ranks: the letters 'VR' in light blue embroidered onto black cloth background. One to be worn on both upper sleeves beneath the eagle. 'VR' was used to distinguish from Auxiliary members who wore the letter 'A'.