Three airmen from Wakefield took part in the legendary raids on German dams 80 years ago this week.
The family of Sgt Ibbotson said they were delighted he was being remembered and hoped it would "bring his story to life for a new audience".Bill Castle, the nephew of Flt Sgt Hatton, said it was a "great honour" to return to Wakefield for the service.
Meanwhile, Dom Howard, Pilot Officer Anderson's great nephew, who has extensively researched his great uncle's military services, said: "People may not realise that Wakefield provided three aircrew for Operation Chastise.Several speeches are expected to be made during the service before wreaths are laid at the memorial site.
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