Time And Chance: Peter TownsendPeter Townsend was a professional airman who adored his work and when the war came he proved himself to be a brilliant fighter pilot. He seemed set for a distinguished post war career in the services but in 1944 it was decided to widen the range from which the Equerries were selected. Group Captain Townsend in need of a rest from flying was put forward for the job, becoming the first RAF officer to serve as an Equerry to King George VI. A three month