HALIFAX BOMBER MkIII / VII The Halifax Mk III with which #6 Bomber Group was about to embark on the next phase of the war, had four 1675 Horsepoer Bristol Hercules

XVI radial, air cooled sleeve-valved engines. It measured 71 ft.7 in. from nose to tail, it stood 20 ft. 9in. high to the top of the fuselage, its

wing-span was 104 ft. 2in. All up weight for take-off was 65,000 lbs. Had a maximum speed of 278 mph. at 6000 ft, cruising speed of 225 mph at

20000ft., service ceiling of 24000ft. with normal load and a range of 1030 miles, weith a reduced load of 7000lbs its range increased to 1985

miles have the fuel load of 1986 Imp. Gal. Armament comprised .303 cal. Vickers “K” gun in nose turret, 4 .303 cal. Browning in Boulton Paul

dorsal turret, & four .303 cal. Browning in Boulton Paul tail turret.

Entry into Service Aug-Dec 1943 No Built Type Serial Block Constructed

75 EE-built Halifax B Mk 3 LW346-LW446 Oct - Dec 1943

101 Halifax B Mk 3 HX226- HX357 Sept 43 - Jan 44

Entry into service Jan-Jun 1944 225 Halifax B Mk 3 LV771-LW195 Jan-Mar

60 Rootes-built Halifax B Mk3 LL543-LL615 May-Jun

86 LAPG-built Halifax B Mk3 MZ282-MZ378 Mar-Jun 104 Fairey-built Halifax B Mk3 LK747-LK887 Jan-Jun

85 Fairey-built Halifax B Mk3 NA492-NA587 Apr-Jul

40 EE-built Halifax B Mk 3 MZ5OO-MZ539 Mar-Aug

185 EE-built Halifax B/A Mk 3 LW4S9-LW724 Mav-Jun

Entry into Service Ju11944-Feb 1945

184 Rootes-built Halifax B/N Met Mk 3 MZ945-NA263 Aug 1944-Jan 1945

319 EE-built Halifax B Mk 3 MZ540-MZ939 Aug

59 EE-built Halifax B Mk 3 NP930-NP999 Sept

141 EE-built Halifax B Mk 3 NRl13-NR290 Aug 1944-Feb 1945

95 LAPG-built Halifax BMk3 MZ390- MZ495 Aug-Nov

80 LAPG-built Halifax B Mk3 PN365-PN461 Nov 1944-Feb 1945

95 Fairey-built Halifax B/A Mk3 NA599-NA704 Jul-Nov

41 Fairey-built Halifax B Mk3 PN167-PN207 Oct 1944-Feb 1945

157 Halifax B Mks 3,6,7 NP736- NP927 Aug-Dec

Entry into Service Jan-Apr 1945

31 Halifax C Mk.8 PP217-247 Mar-Apr

23 Halifax B Mk.6 PP142-164 Jan-Feb

37 Halifax B Mk.6 PP165-216 Jan-Mar

70 EE built Halifax B/Met Mk.3 RG345-446 Jan-Mar

20 EE Built Halifax B Mk.7 RG447-479 Jan-Mar

24 EE Built Halifax B Mk.6 RG480-513 Mar

42 EE Built Halifax B Mk.6 RG527-568 Mar

36 Rootes Cons. Halifax B Mk.3 NA275-310 Mar-Apr

55 Rootes Cons. Halifax A Mk.7 NA311-380 Mar

46 Fairey Built Halifax B/A Mk7 PN208-267 Feb-Mar 1

No 6 (RCAF) Group, Bomber Command

408 Squadron. . BB311L, 336'O, 343X, DG239, DT676B, 679J, 749C, 673C, 713X, 717W, 718Z, 719W, 742R, 749C,

HR658V, 662H, JB893U, 909G, 925R, 968R, 969S, 971W, Linton-on-Ouse(Jul.43-May 45)

"Goose" (EQ) JD107, 209'B, 276'T', 278'B, 323'S', 332'E', 333'Q', 361, 374'M', 714V,

NP717W 'Wille Wolf'’ MZ421N, 658V, (VII)NP717W, 718Z, 745H, 746E, 747N, 749Y, 751L, 754P, 756T, 772Q, 773M

NP754P 'Punch' NP777S, 778U, 780C, 790' ', 809G, 945D,

PN225J'Cradle Crew' NR124K, 126Z, 199F, PN223' ', 225J, 227B, 232'O, 237T,

NP780C 'Chesty' RG414L, 450, 456Z, 474, 477N

NP744U'Embraceable U' RG456Z'Zombie' total 25 Lost on Ops. (converted to Lancaster X, May.45

DT769J 13/14.7.43 F/O A.Smuck (K) Aachen DT772E(21/22.6.3)Sgt D.BrookeRAF

JB209A A.Scheelar JB858S(24/25.6.3)Sgt R.B.MilliganRAF(7K) Holtwick

JB796C(3/4.7.3)F/O J. Taylor (K) Cologne JB898Q/V (5.5.4) Dortmund

JB913F(3/4.7.3)Sgt E.Dungey all POW’s Cologne JB922H(9/10.7.3)P/O T.Mellish (K) Gelsenkircher

JB959H(9/10.7.3)FS A.Grubert all survived Gelsen.

JD174A(13/14.7.3)F/O D.Bain cr. on base Aachen JD216P(9/10.7.3)P/O H.Lancaster (K) Gelsenkircher

JD365J(390/31.7.3)Sgt A.Chalk (K) Remelcheid

LL643(8.6.4)F/L J.W.Weis(7K) Acheres

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NP710S(11.9.4)R.W.Smith, cr base (K6) Castrop NP711’O’(21.2.450 PW’s Worms

NP712N(4/5.4.5)A.Brown ,7POW Leuna NP713X(28/29.7.4)H.Jones, cr base allOK Hamburg

NP714V(18.12.4) Duisburg NP716P(28/29.7.4)S/L G.B.Latimer Hamburg

NP718B(7/8.3.5)G.Daughters (4K) 3POW Hemmingstadt NP743K(28/29.1.5)F/O C. Johnson (7K) Stuttgart

NP746E(28/29.1.5)F/O R. Wallis (6K) 1POW NP744Q(2/3.11.4)V.Gilson (4K) Dusseldorf

NP750F(4/5.11.44) Bochum NP757B(2/3.2.5)F/O J.Baird all bail at base Wanne-Eickel

NP761A(6.11.4)F/O J.Kellond all POW Gelsen. NP769D(8/9.4.5)F/O A. Jensen (6K)1 POW Hamburg

NP770G(18.11.4)W.Tunis bail allOK Munster NP773M(15.10.4)F/L Smart(1K) Wilhemshaven

NP776R(18.4.5)F/L A.J.Cull (7K) Heligoland NP781U(24.12.4)F/O W. Dunwoodie (5K) Dusseldo

NP796M(25.4.5)F/L A.Ely (7K) Wangerooge NP804K(25.4.5)F/O B. Burrows (6K) Wangerooge

NP806Q(31.3.5)F/O K.Blyth, all POW Hamburg NP810H(21/22.11.4)F/L A.Steeves(5K) 2 POW Castrop-Rauxel

NR209A(5/6.1.5)F/L. A. Scheelar (4K)3POW Hannover PN225J(12/13.4.5)

RG472T(2.3.5)F/O H.Sproule (2K) 5POW Cologne RG473H(13/14.4.5)

F/O D. Burnell was attacked twice by fighters, there was severe damage to the rear of the Lancaster. Sgt W. Stevens , the rear gunner, was killed

and Sgt R. Heppel RCAF, the mid upper gunner, was seriously injured. They were attacked again by a JU-88 but no damages occurred on the

second pass. They were able to make it safely back to Dunsford.

408 Squadron Pilots

F/L W.Austin, F/L A.Bossenberry, F/L J.Baird, F/O K.Blyth, FS G.Boehmer, F/O F.Brice

F/L H.Bracken, F/O A.Bryson, P/O A.Brown, F/L D.Brown, F/O P.Buck, P/O D. Burnell

F/O C.Campbell, F/O R.Chapman, F/O H. Chekaluck, P/O L.Clarahan, F/O A.Clifford

F/L A.Cull, F/O R.Clothier, WO W.Cooke, P/O W.Corbett, WO R.Craven, F/O S.Dean

P/O J.Edwards, W/C E.Evans, F/L J.Easton, F/O J.Faulder, F/L E.Finch, F/L R.Fleming

WO J.Fitzsimmons, F/L S.Frankling, F/L L.Godfrey, F/L G.Gross, F/L E.Heaven,

WO R.Herringer, F/L R.Hutcheon, S/L F.Hales, F/L H.McIver, P/O W.McIntyre, F/O M.Monahan,

WO C.McLeod, P/O J.McCaffrey, WO A.McDiarmid, WO J.McKenzie, F/L E.Mowatt, F/O C.Pitu,

P/O W.Pullar, F/O A.Quinlan, FS G.Roberts, WO C.Reid, S/L H.Reeves, F/O F.Reain

F/L F.Rader, F/L L.Richards, P/O D.Robertson, P/O R.Stewart, P/O D.Snider,F/L D.Sanderson

W/C F.Sharp, S/L W.Smith, F/O H.Sokoloff, FS W.Spafford, F/L D.Tempest, P/O D.Troy

FS E.Vaughan,

F/Lt D. Pettit from 408 Squadron F/O D. Snider, F/O J. Faulder, F/O E. Mowatt, F/Lt H. Reeves, F/O R. Johnson, and F/O D. Brown

from 408 Squadron F/O B. Wallace P/O E. Patzer, F/O W. Shields, F/Lt F. Smart, P/O G. Harpwood, F/O V. Gilson, 408 Squadron

F/L J.W.Weis Halifax III LL643 failed to return from Acheres 8.6.44 loss of all aboard

S/Ldr G. Latimer Halifax VII NP-716 -P, failed to return from Hamburg 28/29.7.44 operation. Sgt R. Westrope RAF 2nd/Lt A.

Hauzenberger USAAF W/O1 J. Dingwall F/O Q. Grierson F/O C. McDougall

F/O J. Guthrie All were killed

F/O H. Jones Halifax VII NP-713 -X, returned from Hamburg 7/8/.8.44 without bombing on the master bomber's orders. On landing at

East Moor loaded, they ran off the runway and tore off the landing gear, writing off the Halifax. Sgt W. Wilkins RAF F/O E. Oldershaw W/O2 J.

Brochu F/Sgt D. Howard Sgt R. Sharpe Sgt H. Syer . crew was not injured.

P/O R.Smith Halifax VII NP-710 -S, 11.9.44 had an engine fail after takeoff, they jettisoned the load. On return they crashed into the

motor transport shop and burned. Sgt D.Milburn RAF, F/O N.McKillop, F/O G.Houston, F/O J.Kerry, F/O C.Storey, FS W. Cooke,

LAC G.Barraball Only the rear gunner survived and one ground crew was also killed. (Castrop-Rauxel)

11.9.44 F/O G. Halcro was hit by flak over the target, P/O M. Laderoute, the rear gunner was killed.

P/O V.Gibson HalifaxVII NP744Q crashed in Belgium returning from Dusseldorf 2/3.11.44 SgtA.AndersonRaf, F/O D.Staples,

F/O L.Reaame, P/O D.Woodworth, FS W.Sutton, P/O A.Ineson 4 Killed 3 Inj.

F/O J.Kellond POW HalifaxVII NP761A failed to return from Gelsenkirhen 6.11.44 Sgt W.Woods POW, F/O W.Gillmuster POW,

F/O K.Durk POW, FS D.Davies POW, FS T.McLeod POW, FS R.Robinson POW

F/L Smart Halifax VII NP773M failed to return from Wilhemshaven 15.10.44 F/O J.J.Wolfe killed, POW’s were F/L Smart, F/O

Roman, P/O Brewer, Sgt Davis, Sgt Dupont & 1 RAF crew

F/L. A.Ely, Halifax VII NP-796M, failed to return from Wangerooge 25.4.45. Sgt. J.Hughes, RAF, P/O J.Brambleby,

F/O J.Stanely, F/O A.Boyd,, P/O A.Rutter, P/O V.Hovey, no survivors in a mid-air

F/L A. Cull Halifax VII NP-776R, failed to return from Heligoland 18.4.45.. Sgt E.Sykes RAF, F/O F Hill, F/O D. Miller,

P/O C.White, P/O R.Williams, P/O H. Wood All were killed.

F/O A.Jensen Halifax VII NP-769D, failed to return from Hamburg 8/9.4.45. Sgt A.Thorpe RAF, F/O J.Cunningham, F/O A.Taylor

P/O J. Walker F/Sgt R. Smylie POW, P/O R. Duncan 6 killed and 1 POW.

P/O A. Brown –POW Halifax VII NP-712N, failed to return from Leuna 4/5.4.45. Sgt R. Hind RAF–POW, F/O W. Burnett

R–POW,P/O T. King POW, F/Sgt J. Bennett POW, P/O F. Trow POW, F/Sgt K. Finn POW

All were POWs after losing the port outer over the target. On the return flight all engines quit and the bomb aimer, wireless operator, and rear

gunner bailed out over the sea. The Halifax crashed 20 miles north of Meppen.

F/O K. Blyth, POW, Halifax VII NP-806Q, failed to return from Hamburg 31.3.45 operation. Sgt D. Grey, POW, F/O J. Taylor, POW,

F/O R. Atkinson, POW, F/Sgt A. Watson, POW, F/Sgt J. Folkerson, POW

F/Sgt R. Hughes, POW. They were shot down by an ME-262 near Hamburg.1

F/O B. Burrows Halifax VII NP-804K, failed to return from Wangerooge 25.4.45. Sgt R. Hamilton RAF, F/O W. Lay F/O F. Shantz,

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F/O J. Marchant, F/Sgt L. Cofield F/Sgt W. Dyer POW6 killed and 1 POW S/down by flak.

P/O T. Barber anHalifax VII NP-718Z, 6.10.44 were attacked by an ME-109, many strikes were seen and the enemy aircraft exploded in mid air.

It was claimed destroyed. Crew landed at Chedburgh on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O R. Stewart Halifax VII NP-776U, 9/10.10.44 were attacked by an unidentified enemy aircraft. They were slightly damaged with a bullet hole

in the fuselage and port wing, but there was no claim.

F/Lt H. Minhinnick Halifax VII NP-756T, 15/16.10.44 were attacked by a JU-88, there was no claim or damage. F/O R. Wallis Halifax VII

NP-761A, 23/24.10.44 were attacked twice by a JU-88, there was no damage or claim.

F/O E. Wylie and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-749 coded EQ-Y, 30/31.10.44 were attacked by an unidentified single engine aircraft, there was no

claim or damage. They landed at Waddington on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O L. Case and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-714 coded EQ-V,30/31.10.44 were attacked by an ME-110, there was no claim or damage, although

some strikes were seen.

F/Lt A. Cull Halifax VII NP-776R, failed to return Heligoland 18.4.45 Sgt E. Sykes RAF F/O F. Hill

F/O D. Miller , P/O C. White , P/O R. Williams , P/O H. Wood All were killed.

F/O R. Wallis Halifax VII NP-746E, failed to return P/O L. Collinson , F/O T. Little

P/O P. Myerson RAAF, P/O T. Quinn, P/O R. Siewart. 6 crew were killed and 1 POW.

F/O C. Johnson Halifax VII NP-743K, failed to return Sgt T. Chandler RAF F/O N. Baily F/O J. O’Brien P/O J. Mortley, P/O F.

Henry, P/O B. House. All killed.

F/Lt. A. Ely, Halifax MK VII NP-796M, failed to return Wangerooge (25.4.5)Sgt. J. Hughes, RAF P/O J. Brambleby, F/O J.

Stanely, F/O A. Boyd, P/O A. Rutter, P/O V. Hovey, no survivors in a mid-air

F/Lt. A. Scheelar, Halifax III NR-209A, failed to return from Hannover 5/6.1.5 P/O J. Daly, RAF, F/O F. Leithead, F/O L. Benville,

4 crew were killed and 3 were POWs.

F/O W. Dunwoodie POW Halifax VII NP-781U, failed to return P/O W. Allan F/Lt W. Friker F/O D. Kellar P/O D. Tonkin P/O G.

D’Amour 5 killed a& 2 POWs.

F/O J. Kellond, POW, Halifax VII, NP-761A, failed to return from Gelsenkirhen 6.11.4 All were POWs.

P/O V. Gilson RCAF, Halifax VII NP-744Q, crashed in Belgium on return. Sgt. A. Anderson, RAF,

F/O D. Staples, F/O L. Reaume, P/O D. Woodworth, F/Sgt. W. Sutton, P/O A. Ineson, 3 crew injured and 4 killed.

F/Lt A. Steeves POW Halifax VII NP-810H, failed to return Castrop-Rauxel 21/22.11.44 Sgt H. Clark RAF, F/O A. Rowley F/O L.

Frizzell P/O E. Wilson , Sgt J. McPhee –POW, P/O L. Basarab 5 killed and 2 POWs.

415 Squadron, . LK765M, 766V LL576N, 593N, LV941G, 953F,LW552S, East Moor(Jul.44-May 45)

"Swordfish"(6U) MZ420B, 423B, 435M, 473G, 483M, 503L, 504H, 505X, 569R, 586Y, 590C, 594W, 595,

MZ586Y 'wYe Worry' MZ620, 625Q, 632W, 690X 847K, 861Z, 946'O‘, 947C, 949C,

NP938Y 'York' NA124'I, 181D, 249J, 253L, 517R, 582D, 600U, NP219J, 367, 654L, 951Y, 959N

NR124N’Nuts to NAZI’s NR124N, 135E, 136P, 138T, 139A, 141J, 156H, 176R, 205L, 207C, 208D, 258’I, 367', 717P

LV953F’Fang of Fire’,NR141J’Joltin Joe’, NR208D’Dusty’ PN174, 240W, LL575A(23/24.10.4)F/L W.Brown

LW130U LW595Q(28/29.7.4)F/O A. Stein (8K) 1 POW Hamburg

LW686H(7/8.8.4)F/L HBarnes OK Foret de Ch MZ288’O’(3/4.7.3)F/O D. Bell(7K) Brest

MZ456P(6/7.1.5)F/O L. Belcher, (7K) Hanau MZ476P(5/6.1.5)F/O S.McFadden (3K) Hannover

MZ603E(2/3.11.4)F/O H.Knobovitch(6K) 2POW Dussel MZ686U(28/29.7.4)P/O D.Andrews OKcr.on base Hamburg

MZ882C(2/3.11.4)F/O F.Forbes cr.on base Dusseldorf MZ907P(25.3.5)F/O J. McCollum(5K) 2POW Munster

MZ910 (17.1.5) MZ922Z(31.3.5)F/O G.Hyland (7K) Hamburg

MZ936P(24.2.5)P/O L.Russel (7K) Kamen

NA185B(10.4.5)F/L R. Evans (7K) Leipzig NA186U(8/9.3.5)WO A.McDiarmid all POW Hamburg

NA204J(5/6.3.5)F/L W.Mitchell allPOW Chemnitz NA583F(2/3.11.4)F/O W.Regimbal (8K) Dusseldorf

NA587Q NA611T(14/15.1.5)FS E.Sirtonski cr.OTO Leuna

NA686H(7/8.8.4) Foret de Chantilly

NP936R(24.2.5) Kamen NP938(18/19.3.5)F/O J.McGuire cr lld Witten

NR249J(8/9.2.5) Wanne-Eichel NR253L(16/17.1.5)F/L W.Borrett (2K) 5POW Magdeburg

NR227V(15/16.3.5) PW240W

415 Squadron Pilot’s

F/O J.Addison, P/O D. Andrews W/C F.Ball, F/O V.Clark, F/O V.Clothier, F/L A.Cruikshank, F/L F.Cahill, F/O B.Cowieson, P/O C.Ensom,

F/O D.Falconer, F/O A.Galley, F/L W.Goodwin, F/O G.Grier, F/O C.Holter, P/O L.Harker, F/O J.Hechter, F/O R.Jupp, FS W. Lane

F/O E.Millbank, F/O L.Minkler, P/O J.McKenzie, P/O R.McClatchie, F/L T.Mears, F/L J.McQuiston, F/O S.Mooers,

F/O J.McGuire, F/L J.McAllister, F/L J.Northrop, P/O R.Pallin, F/L O.Piper, F/O J.Patterson, F/O D.Stewart, F/L A.Winmill,

F/L E.Wilkinson

F/Lt J. Hovey from 415 squadron

P/O F. Forbes, F/O C. Gue, F/O R. Seirolawski, and F/O W. Sherman

F/O R. Bowhay, F/Lt J. Brown, P/O D. Kennedy, of 415 F/O J. Britt, P/O W. McNeill, F/O W. Brown, P/O C. Chartier, P/O R. Stevens, F/O J.

Weir, P/O R. Gingrich, P/O J. Little, F/O H. Knobovitch, F/O J. Meagher, F/O C. Gue,

28/29.7.44 was 415 Squadron’s first operation since moving over from Coastal Command

F/O D. Bell Halifax III MZ-288O, failed to return from Brest 3/4.7.43. Sgt. P. Bolderstone, RAF, F/O L. Watson, , P/O W. Streich, , P/O

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A. Thomson, F/Sgt.G. McGregor, F/Sgt. J. Kitchin, All were killed.

P/O D. Andrews 28/29.7.44 Halifax III MZ-686U, had the stbd outer quit at 105 mph. They swerved off the runway and burned. F/O G.

Willis, Sgt V. Valde, W/O2 J. Pelletier, W/O2 R. Evans, Sgt J. MacDonald, F/Sgt J. Conroy . The crew was safe.

F/O A. Stein Halifax III LW-595 -Q, failed to return fromHamburg 28/29.7.44 operation. F/O D. Morrison Sgt A. MacIver RAF,

F/O G. Renaud , Sgt R. Harvey –POW , P/O G. Reason, P/O A. Prosofsky, P/O L. McElroy, P/O W. Robertson. 8 crew were killed and 1 POW.

Halifax III NA686H(7/8.8.4) failedto return from Foret de Chantilly

Halifax III LW686H(7/8.8.4)F/L HBarnes failed to return from Foret de Chantilly

F/O F.Forbes HalifaxIII MZ882C from Dusseldorf DBR 2/3.11.44

F/O W.Regimbak HalifaxIII NA583E failed to return from Dusseldorf 2/3.11.44

Sgt S.SpenceRAF, F/O R.Rose, F/O H.Rabkin, F/O G.Zbura, P/O V.Nelson, P/O J.Griffin , P/O M.Morton All killed

F/O H.Knobovitch HalifaxIII MZ603E failed to return from Dusseldorf 2/3.11.44 FS S KirkpatrickRAF POW, F/O A.Orchard, F/O

B.Anderson, P/O J.Harper, P/O W.Huckilson, FS C.Seeley POW, P/O V.Valde 6 K 2POW’S

Halifax III MZ936P(24.2.5)P/O L.Russel (7K) failed to return from Kamen

F/O J. McCollum Halifax III MZ-907P, failed to return from Munster 25.3.45. Sgt S. Lowe RAF

F/O R. Aylesworth POW, P/O A.Paul, F/Sgt A. Knight POW, P/O J. Jones, P/O L. Brennan 5 K & 2 POWs s/d by flak.

F/O J. Britt Halifax III MZ-947C, 9/10.10.44 were attacked by an unidentified single engine enemy aircraft. Some strikes were seen on

the starboard wing, they claimed it damaged.

F/O J. Kerr Halifax III MZ-586Y, 9/10.10.44 were attacked by an unidentified twin engine enemy aircraft. The rear turret was slightly

damaged, F/Sgt R. James was hit in the face by flying perspex splinters, there was no claim

F/Lt W. Brown Halifax III LL-575A, 23/24.10.44 were attacked by an FW-190, there was no damage or claim.

F/L W.Borrett Halifax III NR-253L, failed to return from Magdeburg PO P. Mogridge 2 K and 5 POWs.

F/O L. Belcher, RCAF Halifax III MZ-456P failed to return from Hanau 6/7.1.5 Sgt. L. Mawson, RAF, F/O H. Breir, F/O M. Strosberg,

F/O H. Irvine, F/O S. Elgie, P/O N. Butler, This crew was involved in a mid-air collision over Germany with a 10 squadron Halifax, all were killed.

F/O S. McFadden, (POW) Halifax III MZ-476Y, failed to return 5/6.1.5 F/O E. Rhind, P/O J. Rinder, P/O J. Clarke, 3 crew were

killed and 4 were POWs.

FS E.Sirtonski, Halifax III NA611T 14/15.1,45 swung on takeoff and crashed crew were Sgt D.BroughtonRAF, FS M.Campbell, F/O

G.Abel, FS F.Faang, FS E.Engman, Sgt W.Dekur, FS E.Gates. The pilot and navigator received some burns with the rest of the crew getting cuts

and bruises.

Halifax III NR253L(16/17.1.5)F/L W.Borrett (2K) 5POW failed to return from Magdeburg

Halifax III NA204J(5/6.3.5)F/L W.Mitchell allPOW Failed to return from Chemnitz

Halifax III NA186U(8/9.3.5)WO A.McDiarmid all POW Failed to return from Hamburg

Halifax III NP938(18/19.3.5)F/O J.McGuire cr lld at Witten

F/O G. Hyland, Halifax III MZ-922C, failed to return Hamburg 31.3.45. P/O J. Neilson, RAF,

F/O T. Lewis, F/O J. Suttak, , P/O G. Anderson, P/O G. Rude, P/O G. Peden, All killed ,shot down by ME-262.

Halifax III NA185B(10.4.5)F/L R. Evans (7K) Failed to return from Leipzig

F/L R.Evans Halifax III NA-185B, failed to return from Liepzig 10.4.45. Sgt J. Andrews RAF, F/O L. Spry, F/O L. Veitch P/O M.Burns

,P/O D. Lorenz P/O R. Teevin All were killed.

419 Squadron BB283, 376G, HX189, JB900E, 912' ', 929J, JN953, 954R, Middleton St George

"Moose" (NA) DT615, HR925D, JP111, 112R, 121S,

JD325X 'X-Ray' JP125L, 200G, 201P, 202T, 203M, 204E, LW231R, 239R, 243Y,

JP203M 'Mike' JDl14'O', 163N, 270' ', 325X, 410V, 420T, 456B, 457F, 458C, 459Q,

LW282S, 325X, total 8 Lost on Ops (converted to Lancaster X, Mar.44)

BB323R 13/14.7.43 2/Lt B.Furey POW, FS A.Batkin (K) BB376G 29/30.9.3 F/O J.Symons Bochum

DT798T 2/3/.8.43 FS J.Sobin (K) + 4 (K) Hamburg JB971X 23/24.9.3 F/O R.Griffiths Mannheim

JD142 12.6.43 JD158D 17/18.8.3 F/L S.Heard (K)all (K)Peenemunde

JD159Y 3/4.7.43 P/O A.Bell (K) + 3(K) Cologne JD163N 17/18.8.3 F/O J.Batterton (K) Peenemunde

JD215B 28/29.6.43 F/O H.Fowler (K) Cologne JD256A 25/26.7.43 P/O L.Chapman POW Essen

JD257F 9/10.8.43 F/O M.Ludlow (K) all (K) Mannheim JD270P 31/1.9.3 F/O W.Cameron (4K) 3POW Berlin

JD331K 31/1.9.3 D.Corcoran (3K) 4POW Berlin JD382A 22/23.10.3 F/O M.McMurdy (5K) Kassel

JD457F 23/24.9.3 Sgt J.KellyRAF (7K) Mannheim JD458C 17/18.8.3 F/O S.Pekin RAAF Peenemunde

JD464N 31/1.9.3 F/O R.Stewart (3K) 4POW Berlin JD466E(21/22.1.4)F/L A.Hermitage(7K) Magdeburg

JD468W(16/17.3.4))F/O G.Peck ditch in sea OK

JN967F(3/4.10.3)FS D.Cook Kassel JP119’O(28/29.1.4)P/O E.Palmer(7K) Berlin

LW231F 22/23.11.3 F/O W.Hunter (7K) Berlin LW240S 16/17.9.3 F/O A.Quaile 4POW Modine

LW240S 16/17.9.3 F/O A.Quaile 4POW Modine LW327A(20.2.44),

LW328L 18/19.11.3 F/O A.Sedgewick (1K) 6POW

419 Squadron Pilots

F/O J.Addison, W/C R.Blagrave, F/L C.Chartier, F/O B.Cowieson, F/L F.Cahill, P/O V.Clothier,

F/L A.Cruikshank, F/O T.Donnelly, P/O C.Ensom, F/O D.Falconer, F/O A.Galley, F/O L.Harker,

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F/O J.Hechter, F/O C.Holter, F/O J.Huffman, F/O J.Hultman, F/O R.Jupp, F/O J.McKenzie,

F/O E.Millbank, F/L J.McQuiston, F/L W.Mitchell, F/L T.Mears, F/L J.Northrop, F/L O.Piper,

F/L A.Winmill, F/L E.Wilkinson

P/O A. Bell Halifax II JD-159Y, failed to return from Cologne 3/4.7.43, F/Sgt J. Anderson, P/O W. Taylor

Sgt A. Simpson RAF–POW , F/Sgt R. Williston POW , Sgt J. Arseneau POW , Sgt J. Graham RAF–POW

Sgt G. Aitken POW. 3 killed and 5 POWs after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

2nd/L B. Furey USAAF–POW Halifax II BB-323R, failed to return from Aachen 13/14.7.3

Sgt J. Carmichael RAF–POW, Sgt J. Cottenden POW, Sgt G. Perrett RAF–POW, Sgt J. Gilchrist POW, Sgt K. Lasalle POW, F/Sgt W. Batkin

RAF 1 killed and 6 POWs after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

P/O L. Chapman RCAF–POW Halifax II JD-256A, failed to return Essen 25/26.7.3from this operation. F/O S. Handforth , Sgt J. Stewart

RAF, F/Sgt W. Ross , F/Sgt O. Phoenix , F/Sgt G. Askew , F/Sgt L. Hill ,F/Sgt A. Porter

7 killed and 1 POW.

F/Sgt J. Sobin Halifax II DT-798T, failed to return from Hamburg 2/3.8.3 Sgt R. Horswill RAF P/O J. Sibalis POW Sgt J. Mahoney

POW, Sgt A. Farrow RAF–POW, Sgt J. Sadeski, F/Sgt D. McCarty 4 K & 3 POWs.

F/O M. Ludlow Halifax II JD-257F, failed to return from Mannheim 9/10.8.3 Sgt W. Scott RAF, F/O C. Wright, F/Sgt A. MacLaren ,

F/Sgt C. Smyth , F/Sgt D. See, F/Sgt W. de Molitor All were killed.

F/L S. Heard, Halifax II JD-158D, failed to return from Peenemunde 17/18.8.3 Sgt. D. MacPherson, RAAF

Sgt. G. Blyth, RAF, F/Sgt. G. Walter, P/O P. McSween, Sgt. J. Newbon, RAF, F/Sgt. D. Thornton,

W/O2 J. Dally, All were killed.

F/Sgt. S. Pekin, RAAF Halifax II JD-458C, failed to return from Peenemunde 17/18.8.3 , Sgt. H. Baker, RAF, F/O P. Sparkes, RAF, Sgt.

J. Gilvary, RAF, Sgt. H. Price, RAF, Sgt. F. Davis, RAF, Sgt. E. Ramm, RAF All killed.

F/Sgt. J. Batterton, Halifax II JD-163N, failed to return from Peenemunde 17/18.8.3 Sgt. A. Dixon, RAF

F/Sgt. G. Parker, F/Sgt. J. Jerome, Sgt. D. Lloyd, RAF, F/Sgt. L. Power, F/Sgt. H. Morris,

They gave a fix about 30 minutes from base but disappeared without a trace.

F/O D. Laidlaw Halifax II JD-381R, was attacked by an enemy aircraft. Their hydraulics, instruments, bomb camera, and bomb doors

were damaged. Sgt H. Eyjolfsson, Sgt J. Ashton RAF, F/O W. Rempel , P/O R. Kemp, Sgt B. Brakes RAF, Sgt A. Miller, Sgt G. Clarke Their

Halifax was written off due to the severe damage from the fighter attack.

F/O R. Stewart Halifax II JD-464N, failed to return from Berlin 31/1.9.3 . Sgt H. Tenny RAF–POW, P/O S. James POW, F/Sgt V.

Cleveland, Sgt A. Embley RAF–POW, Sgt L. Northcliffe POW, F/Sgt D. Garland 3 killed and 4 POWs after they were shot down by a

Nightfighter.

F/L D. Corcoran POW Halifax II JD-331K, failed to return from Berlin 31/1.9.3 Sgt D. Sweet RAF

W/O1 A. MacKenzie POW, F/Sgt A. Harris RAF, Sgt W. Greensides POW,W/O2 H. D’Apering, F/O D. Larlee POW

3 killed and 4 POWs after they were shot down by a Nightfighter.

W/O2 W. Cameron Halifax II JD-270P failed to return from Berlin 31/1.9.3. F/Sgt J. Mullany RAF

F/Sgt G. Birtch, F/Sgt V. Wintzer, F/Sgt B. Scharf RCAF–POW, F/Sgt R. Boos RCAF–POW

4 killed and 3 POWs after they were clipped on the port wing by a single engine fighter and crashed in the target area.

Halifax III LW240S 16/17.9.3 F/O A.Quaile 4POW failed to return from Modine

F/L A. Quaile RAF–POW Halifax II LW-240S, failed to return from Modine 16/17.9.3 . Sgt E. Bowden POW

Sgt L. Martin Evd, P/O L. Aspinall POW, P/O G. Graham Evd, F/Sgt T. Bright RAF–Evd, F/O H. Smith Evd

F/Lt B. Kenyon POW. 4 POWs and 4 evaders after being shot down by a Nightfighter

F/Sgt R. Griffiths Halifax II JB-971X, failed to return from Mannheim 23/24.9.3. Sgt L. Bender RAF, FSgt R. Dempster F/Sgt J.

Dayton, Sgt C. Rolph RAF, Sgt A. Willig RAF, Sgt J. Rainville All were killed.

Sgt J. Kelly RAF Halifax II JD-457F, failed to return from Mannheim 23/24.9.3 Sgt D. Pether RAF, Sgt J. Morris RAF, Sgt W. Maher

RAF, Sgt R. McNally RAF, Sgt S. Mills RAF, Sgt H. Brown RAF All were killed.

P/O J. Symons, Halifax II BB-376G, failed to return from Bochum 29/30.9.3. Sgt. A. Chandler, RAF

F/O G. Donaldson, Sgt. W. Miller, Sgt. D. Lucas, RAF, FSgt. E. Cockin, Sgt. W. Morgan, RAF. All lost without a trace.

LW328L 18/19.11.3 F/O A.Sedgewick (1K) 6POW failed to return from Mannheim, they ran out of fuel Sgt E.CannyRAF-POW,

F/O E.HoePOW, Sgt J.PappasPOW, Sgt K.DingleyRAF-POW, Sgt N.McVicarPOW, Sgt D.JohnstonPOW, The pilot killed & 6 POW.

LW231F 22/23.11.3 F/O W.Hunter (7K)filed to return from Berlin with the loss of all the crew, Sgt W.JonesRAF, F/O R.Newman,

FS M.McKellar, Sgt G.Howitson, SGt G.May, W/O2 J.Lesage were shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/O S.Clarke Halifax II LW242N filed to return from Stuttgart, 26/27.11.43 (7K) All were killed, Sgt J.WhittinghamRAF, W/O

L.Webster, FS J.Dillon, Sgt J.HendersonRAF, Sgt E.Chalk, Sgt J,Truax.

FS R.Thompson POW Halifax II LW282Y failed to return from Berlin 29/30.12.43 All POW’s after bailing out over Berlin due to a

fire, Sgt G.CooperRAF-POW, Sgt G.Webb-POW, Sgt S.Maloney-POW, Sgt R.BilyardRAF-POW, Sgt A.Carroll-POW, Sgt W.Barry-POW .

FS I.Hopkins-POW Halifax II DT731M failed to return from Berlin 20/21.1.44 All POW’s after been shotdown by a Nightfighter

Sgt J.ChamberRAF-POW, W/O W.MacKenziePOW, T/Sgt F.PaulesUSAAF-POW, F/O T.CormackPOW, Sgt E.JenkinsRAF-POW,

Sgt W.McCaughey-POW.

P/O H.Bullis-POW Halifax II HX162X failed to return from Berlin 20/21.1.44 Sgt D.FergusonRAF, W/O A.Towers-POW, Sgt

E.BoisvertUSAAF-POW, FS R.BonathanRAF-POW, Sgt F.Sanderson, FS M.Potter-POW, 5 were POW & 2 killed after been shotdown ny flak

and a Nightfighter.

S/L W.Brown and crew flying Halifax III NR172V 28/29.1.45 were attacked by a ME210 the enemy aircraft was it in the cockpit & engines. It

seemed to go into a spin with smoke pouring out of the engine, it was claimed detroyed. Landed at Grafton-Underwood on return due to poor

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420 Squadron LK996, LK884, LL550, 580U, LW676Y Tholthorpe

"Snowy Owl"(PT) LW122Z, 197, 383, 388D, 419F, 416E, 504H, 505X, 569R, 594W, 645T, 676Y, 692V,

LV953F 'Fang of Fire' MZ420B, 423B, 435M, 473G, MZ503L, 504H, 505X, 569R, 594W, 595M, 620' ',952’I’

MZ420 'Bird of Prey' NA169'O, 179B, 509V, 579J, 610' ', 630N, 632E,

LW122Z'Overseas Zombie' NP123F, 124N, 135E, 136P, 138T, 139A, 141J, 176R, 183M, 682, 771J, 951Y, 959N,

LW416E'Easy does It' NR171P, 207C, 208D, 258'I‘, 717P, RG347,

MZ503 'Let's Get Crackin' NR124N'Nuts to NAZI's, NR141J'Joltin Joe' LW476J'Jumpin Jupitor', NR208D'Dusty Duke'

total 22 Lost on Ops. (converted to Lancaster X, May.45)

HX346U (21/22.11.4) F/Lt J. S. Sefton (1K) cr base Castrop-Rauxel

LW392S, (7/8.6.44) F/O H. Jones, (8K) Foret de Cerisy LW396T(15/16.2.4)F/O H.Damgaard cr on Landing (2K)

LW421K(1.7.4), Flyingbomb Sites

LW426Q(15/16.3.4)F/O G.Calder(8K) Stuttgart LW692V (20/21.4.4) F/O R.Leonard (5K) 2POW Lens

MZ471V (5/6.1.5), F/Lt. L. Brand (3K) 4POW Hannover LW476J (30/1.5.4) F/O E.Northern (7K) Somain

MZ502U (27/28.5.4) S/Ldr G. Beall (8K) Bourg-Leopold MZ503L (24/25.4.4) F/O D.Watterson (5K) Karlsruhe

MZ625Q(15/16.9.4) Kiel MZ595M W/C G.McKenna (1K)

MZ645N (28/29.7.4), F/Lt J. Zavitz (5K) 3 POW Hambur MZ687L (16/17.8.4), F/O G. Pritchard (7K)1 res Kiel

MZ713U(24/25.7.4), D.Trickett Ferfay MZ910 (17.1.5) Magdeburg

NA183M (16/17.1.5), F/Lt E. McCutcheon (3K) Magde NA184W (5/6.3.5), E.Clark (4K) Chemnitz

NA188E (16/17.1.5), F/O R. Ireland (5K) 2POW Magde NA190U (5/6.3.5), R.Sollie (6K) 1bail Chemnitz

NA192Q (16/17.1.5), F/Lt E. Watson(5K) 2POW Magde NA505X F/O D .Norton

NA509V (23/24.10.4) F/O S Young all safe cr.lld. Essen NA528G (30.7.4), F/Lt R. Kalle (1K)expl cr.lld Normandy

NA580K (4.8.4), W/O2 W. McAdam,all safe F/B sites

NA629W (15/16.7.4), Flying-bomb Sites

NP946L (18.4.5) P/O W. Dunningan (7K) Heligoland NP959N (5/6.3.5) F/L V.Glover (1K) 7POW Chemnitz

NR205L (16/17.1.5) Magdeburg NR227V(15/16.3.5) F/O D.Hill Hagen

NR144H (5/6.3.5) P/O J.Menary all surv. Chemnitz

Halifax III LW396T (15/16.2.4)F/O H.Damgaard cr on Landing (2K)

Halifax III LW692V (20/21.4.4) F/O R.Leonard (5K) 2POW failed to return from Lens

Halifax III LW476J (30/1.5.4) F/O E.Northern (7K) failed to return from Somain

420 Squadron Pilots

F/O E.Aldred, P/O R.Bagnell, F/O C.Bennett, F/O H.Bishop, P/O J.Broadway, FS J.Bryan, F/O F. Beairsto

F/O C. McKenzie from 420 Squadron F/O R. Gallen P/O A. Hutcheon, F/O P. Hache ,and F/Lt T. Rance

420 squadron . F/Lt E. Heimpel . F/O J. A. Sefton

F/O A. Caine, W/O2 W. McAdam, F/Lt V. Motherwell, F/O G. Haslop, F/O E. McCutcheon, F/Lt H. Damgaard, F/Lt T. Ainslie, F/O J. Bonner,

P/O D. McLellan, F/O E. McKeown, and F/O W. English, P/O R. Kalle from 420 .

S/Ldr G. Beall Halifax III MZ-502 -U, failed to return from Bourge-leopold 27/28.5.44 W/O2 J. Mohler

Sgt W. Hickox , F/O E. Andrews, F/O J. Robinson , P/O D. Woolley RAF, P/O W. Stainton , P/O A. Goodall RAF

All were killed after being shot down by a Nightfighter

F/O H. Jones, Halifax III LW392S failed to return from Foret de Cissey 7/8.6.44 operation. Sgt. J. McGlade, RAF, F/O D. Norton,

F/O F. Tilt, P/O J. Yates, Sgt. J. Hampson, RAF, P/O D. Sammon, P/O G. Tanuck,

All the crew were killed.

F/Lt J. Zavitz Halifax III MZ-645 -N, failed to return from Hamburg 28/29.7.44 Sgt A. Cracknell RAF F/O E. Smith –POW F/O V.

Hubbard P/O J. Unger F/Sgt J. Wintemute –POW, F/Sgt C. Batt RAF–POW

P/O N. Novak RAF 5 crew were killed and 3 POWs after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/Lt R. Kalle Halifax III NA-528 -G, landed at White Waltham on return.30.7.44. They over shot runway on to railway tracks and a

hung up bomb exploded killing F/Sgt. C. Cusack RAF 30.7.44, the wireless operator and injuring the rest of the crew. from Normandy Battle Area

W/O2 W. McAdam Halifax III NA-580K(DBR), 4.8.44 overshot the landing at Tangmere severely damaging their Halifax. The crew

was unhurt from Flying bomb Sites

W/Cdr G. McKenna from 420 squadron was hit by flak just before the target. There were holes in the nose and the navigator, P/O C.

Axford RCAF , was killed.

F/O G. Pritchard Halifax III MZ-687L, failed to return from Kiel 16/17.8.44 P/O R. Davies, Sgt E. Proud RAF–POW, F/O F. Moffit ,

F/O D. Block, W/O2 D. Lorenz, P/O K. Boucock, P/O A. Roski, P/O C. Soules 7 killed when they crashed into the North Sea. 1 crew-member

was rescued after 2 days in a dinghy and made a POW.

F/Lt V. Motherwell flying Halifax III NA-629 PT-W, 15/16.9.44 had the hydraulics fail, about a 100 miles from the target on the return

flight. The under carriage, flaps, and bomb doors came down. This problem could not be fixed and with the increased drag, height was lost. An

S.O.S was sent out and the crew ditched in the North Sea, about 70 miles from the coast. The crew was spotted the next day by a fellow pilot and

they were safely picked up by a launch, after spending 14 hours in a dinghy.

P/O W. Dunningan Halifax III NP-946L, failed to return from Heligoland 18.4.45. Sgt L. Murphy F/O D. Neilson F/O D. Ross RCAF

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F/Sgt G. Montgomery F/Sgt R. McDonald F/Sgt D. Newman All were killed after they were seen to crash into the water

F/O V. Glover Halifax III LL-580U, 15/16.10.44 were attacked by a JU-88, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Foulsham on return due

to poor weather at base.

F/O S. Young Halifax III NA-509V, 23/10.44 swung on landing at Wellesbourne Mountford. The under carriage collapsed and the Halifax was

severely damaged.

P/O W. MacDonald RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III LW-388D, 30/31.10.44 were attacked by an FW-190, there was no claim or damage. They

landed at Manston where the u/c collapsed. The crew vacated their aircraft just before it was hit by a Lancaster damaging it more.

F/Lt F. McCarthy and crew, flying Halifax III NA-630N, 30/31.10.44were attacked by a FW-190, there was no claim or damage. They landed at

Woodbridge on return due to poor weather at base

F/O J. Bonner and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-952 coded PT-I, were attacked by an ME-410, there was no claim or damage. They landed at

Skellingthorpe on return due to poor weather at base

F/Lt E. Watson Halifax III NA-192Q, failed to return from Magdeburg 16/17.1.5 Sgt A. Parker RAF P/O C. Way RAF F/O Q.

Louie P/O W. Partridge 5 crew were killed and 2 POWs.

F/Lt E. McCutcheon Halifax III NA-183M, failed to return from Magdeburg 16/17.1.5 F/O T. Jones RAF, , F/O J. Welk 3 crew were

killed and 4 POWs.

F/O R. Ireland RCAF Halifax III NA-188E, failed to return Magdeburg 16/17.1.5 Sgt R. Hutchinson RAF F/O W. Dennis, F/O W.

Webb, P/O L. Penny . 5 crew were killed and 2 POWs down Nightfighter.

F/Lt. L. Brand, RCAF Halifax III MZ-471V, failed to return from Hannover 5/6.1.5 P/O G. Walker, RAF, P/O J. Vandenbergh, RCAF

3 crew were killed and 4 were POWs.

F/L J. S.Sefton RCAF Halifax III HX-346U, hit a tree and crash landed during let down in bad weather near Leeming on return from

Castrop-Rauxel. 21/22.11.4 Sgt W. Porter RAF, F/O A. McKillop, F/O F. Yarush, F/O J. Rowan, F/Sgt W. Thompson, Sgt J. Waugh . 1

crewmember was killed and 4 were injured.

P/O A.Caine Halifax III LW421K cr. landed in a field near Linton on Ouse killing a number of cattle, the pilot A.Caine and (F/E) Sgt

MonumentRAF were injured the rest of the crew were OK Halifax was written off.

F/O L.Belcher Halifax III MZ456P failed to return from Chemnitz 5/6.1.45 all were killed, Sgt L.Mawson,RAF, F/O H.Breir, F/O

M.Strosberg, F/O H.Irvine, F/O S.Elgie, P/O N.Butler involved in a midair collision with #10 Squadron aircraft over Germany.

P/O M.Callahan Halifax III NR183M 14/15.1.45 were attacked by an unidentified twin-engine E/A. There were no claim or damage.

424 Squadron 318'O, 319P, LL139D, 547J, 605K, Skipton-on-Swale

"Tiger"(QB) LV860U, 879A, 947S, 977E, 991U, 998H, (Dec.43-Jan.45)

LW113F'Fuerhor's Fate LW119'O, 170'I, 347X, 392S, 416L, 424T, 428C, 433W, 438T, 444H, 460' ', 552H, 715Q,

LW119'O 'Oscar' MZ418U, 419E, 458G, 502U, 610J, 714Y, 754, 780, 813B, 822F, 845J,

LW476J'Jumpin Jupitor' NP930W, 936, 947Y, NR146N, 227A, 228Q,

LV951A'Im ATruck' (converted to Lancaster X, May.45)

HX313B (27/28.5.4) F/L E. Mallett (3K) HX314C (10/11.5.4)F/O T.R. Millman (7K) Ghent

HX318’O’ (24/25.4.4) F/O W.Hugli (5K) 2POW Karlruhe LV780M (22/23.4.4)P/O W.Vornbrock (6K) Dussledorf

LV879A(30/31.3.4)F/O J.Doig(6K) Nurnberg LV910Y (28/29.6.4), Metz

LV944U(30/31.3.4)S/L H.Metzler(7K) Nurnberg LV951A (12/13.8.4) F/O G. Campbell (1K) Brunswick

LV959R (4.8.4), F/O P. Cronin (6K) 1POW Bois de Caseen LV961G (28/29.6.4), Metz

LV962X (24/25.4.4) F/O D.Crosbie (5K) 2POW Karlsruhe LV970T (4/5.7.4) F/O L. Sykes (7K) Villeneuve

LV997E (28/29.7.4) W/C J.Blane (2K) Hamburg

LW117K (17.9.4) F/L G.Arbuckle (1K) Boulogne LW121X (14/15.6.4) F/L P. Hamilton 5POW Cambrai

LW127S (24/25.5.4), Aachen LW131J (2/3.11.4) F/O W.Bonar (4K) 3PW Dusseldorf

LW157S (24/25.5.4) P/O F.W.Dolter (7K) Aachen LW169L (6.7.4), F/O R. Bannihr (7K) Siracourt

LW194W (8/9.5.4), Haine St Pierre LW391N (18.10.4) Stuttgart

MZ376K (1/2.11.4) P/O A.Jacobs (7K) Oberhausen MZ451S (5/6.1.5), Hannover

MZ780M F/O W.Vornbrock

MZ802G(9/10.10.4) W/C G.Roy (1K) 6POW Bochum MZ860E (5/6.1.5), Hannover

MZ876Q(4/5.11.4) Bochum MZ896Q (4/5.11.4) F/L L.R.Loving (7K) Bochum

MZ901N (15/16.10.4) F/L B.Guild (7K) Minelaying MZ962X F./O D.Crosbie

NG346N (7/8.3.5), Hemmingstadt NG457C (7/8.3.5), Hemmingstadt

NP945D (6.12.4) F/O D. McCullough (3K) 4POW Osnabruck

424 Squadron Pilots

F/O M.Amm, P/O M.Anderson, F/O G.Barton, W/C J.Blane, F/O R.Bannihar, F/O E.Brown,

F/O P.Cronin, F/O E.Debow, F/O J.Dundas, F/O J.Desbeins, F/O F.Hamilton, F/L P.Hamilton

F/O T. Millman Halifax III HX-314 -C, failed to return from 8/9.5.44 operation. P/O J. Swarbrick RAF,

F/Lt H. Amy , P/O B. Starrup , F/O L. Georgeson F/O W. Marshall RAF, P/O F. Wilson RAF All were killed when they were shot down

into the sea near Lorient

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P/O F. Dolter RCAF Halifax III LW-157 -S, failed to return from 24/25.5.44 operation. Sgt M. Rume RAF, P/O G. Wilson P/O N.

Wilson, P/O J. Kellie , P/O J. Almond , P/O H. Wilson All were lost without a trace

F/L E. Mallett –Evd Halifax III HX-313 -B, failed to return from 27/28.5.44 operation. F/O W. Elliott –Evd , Sgt M. Muir RAF–Evd ,

F/O R. Irwin W/O2 K. Sweatman –Evd , P/O W. Wakely, P/O G. Freeman, F/Sgt V. Poppa –POW, 4 crew evaded capture, 3 were killed and

1 POW after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/L P. Hamilton –POW Halifax III LW-121 -X, failed to return from 14/15/6.44 operation. Sgt W. Cousins RAF–POW, F/O D.

McCormick –Evd, F/Sgt R. McCubbin –Evd, W/O2 C. Pallett –POW, Sgt C. Cornelius –POW F/Sgt G. Compton –POW. 2 crew evaded and 5

were POWs after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/O L. Sykes Halifax III LV-970 -T, failed to return from 4/5.7.44 operation. Sgt C. Wilson RAF F/O L. O’Brien F/O P. Van

Alstyne P/O J. Buckham P/O A. Sinclair P/O D. More All were killed.

F/O R. Bannihr Halifax III, LW-169 coded QB-L, failed to return from 6.7.44 operation. P/O L. Dawson RAF F/O J. Morrison

“http://www.rcaf.com/6group/May.html" RCAF P/O W. Tomlinson

F/O R. Viau F/O S. Queen All were killed when their A/C was shot down by flak.

W/Cdr J.Blane Halifax III LV-997 E, failed to return from Hamburg 28/29.7.44 operation. Sgt W. McAlpine RAF–POW, W/O2 J.

Burns –POW, F/O R. Smyth –POW, F/L C. Kerr –POW, F/Sgt W. Mylchreest –POW, P/O J. Power 2 crew were killed and 5 POWs

F/O P. Cronin and crew, flying Halifax III LV-959 -R, failed to return from 4.8.44 operation. Sgt E. Rodgers RAF–POW F/O D.

Stevenson F/O R. Heuchert P/O C. Sutton P/O S. Peters P/O V. Gerrie 6 crew were killed and 1 POW.

F/O G. Campbell –Halifax III LV-951 -A, failed to return from 12/13.8.44 operation. Sgt E. Harvey –POW F/O W. Barrett –POW, F/O

W. Cram –POW Sgt L. Maki –POW, Sgt W. Harris RAF Sgt R. Austin –POW. 6 POWs and 1 killed after being S/D by a Nightfighter

F/L G. Arbuckle was hit by flak outbound, F/O J. Morgan , the bomb aimer, was killed. They returned to base without bombing.

W/C G.Roy POW HalifaxIII MZ802G failed to return 9/10.10.44 killed was F/O R.Hunter, POW’s were F/L G.Bumstead,

McIlhaggie, F/O H.Gaulkey, A.Harvey, M.Harding 1 crew killed , 6 POW’s

P/O A.Jacobs HalifaxIII MZ376K 1/2.11.44 failed to return Sgt G.Vernon, F/O J.Fraser, P/O W.Gibson, P/O B.Kay, P/O

W.Yansko, FS H.Botterill All killed

F/O W.Bonar HalifaxIII LW131J 2/3.11.44 failed to return P/O W.Galbraith RAF, P/O A.Cayer,

FS J.Lambert POW, P/O J.Cote POW, FS A.McMullin POW, P/O A.Keeping 4 killed, 3 POW’s

F/L L.Loving HalifaxIII MZ896Q failed to return 4/5.11.44 P/O B.McGarrity, F/O A.Chapman, P/O G.Running, P/O A.Flatt, P/O

W.DavidsonRAF, J.Durkin All were lost without a trace.

F/L B.Guild HalifaxIII MZ901N failed to return 15/16.11.44 P/O N.Smith, F/L J.Lee, F/O V.Riley, J.Grace, H.Loughram,

W.Jory All were killed

6 Halifaxes from 424 squadron were ordered on a mining operation to Oslo. The crews were over the garden at 11,000 feet, sowing 8@1500 lb

mines (28/29.10.44)

F/O D. McCullough RCAF Halifax III NP-945D, failed to return, 6.12.44 P/O J. Lee, P/O J. Keown

3 crew were killed and 4 POWs.

W/C E.Williams Halifax III LW164S 28/29.1.45 had just started their takeoff roll when the Halifax swung off the runway and blew up killed were

Sgt L.TongueRAF, P/O R.Nicolls, P/O R.Chatfield, P/O G.Doyle, F/O W.Fleming, F/O J.Tremblay, all killed except the rear gunner who was

seriously injured.

425 Squadron LL547J, 576, 595K, 596U, Tholthorpe

"Alouette"(KW) (Dec.43-May 45)

LV860U'U Bet' LW381B, 390J, 391N, 412G, 413Q, LW414E, 415K, 417J, 424T, 428C, 431U, 467, 477H

MZ454S 'Spook n Droop' LW454S(5/6.3.5)‘78Ops‘, 632J, 715Q,

MZ714Y 'Yetta' MZ419E, 425U, 454S’78 Ops’ 466, 525, 620T, 632J, 680U, 954M, 714Y, 715Q, 815C, 845J,

NP957Q 'de Quebec' PN172G, NR136F, 176R, 271N, 957Q

MZ419E'Easy Rides the Night' NA201S, 505, 518G,581U, 612, 634X, NR271N, 957Q, RG350,

NP681J, 683, 737T, 793H, total 25 lost on Ops. (converted to Lancaster X, May.45)

LL594U (5.8.4) S/Ldr G. Philbin (6K) 1POW Esserent

LK798A (8.5.4) F/O L.WhiteUSAAF(2K) Brest LK810Y (19/20.5.4) P/O E. Laporte (6K) 1POW LeMans

LV950C (28/29.7.4) Hamburg LW633’O’(22/23.4.4) P/O J.Brisson (5K) 2PW Dusseldorf

LW379D (1/2.11.4)F/Lt M. Dugas (1K) 6POW OberHausen LW394Z (8/9.2.5)F/O W. Mark bail over Belgium

LW591T (24/25.4.4) F/O J.L’Ablbe (1K) 3POW Karlsruhe LW419E(8/9.4.4),

LW672H (18/19.7.4) F/O A. Taillon (7K) 1POW Wasseling LW680U

MZ418C (31.3,5) F/Lt C. Lesense, (1K) Hamburg MZ454S (5/6.3.5) P/O A.Lowe (4K) 3bail Chemnitz

MZ538V (18.12.4), F/O J. Desmarais (7K) Duisburg MZ573G (24/25.4.4) P/O J.Wells (1K) 6POW Karlsruhe

MZ618J (27/28.6.4), Flying bomb Sites MZ621O (4/5.11.4), Bochum

MZ641K (28/29.7.4), P/O T. Barton (7L) Hamburg MZ672H (18/19.7.4) Wesseling

MZ674N (14.10.4) F/Lt J. Galipeau (4K) 4POW Duisburg

MZ683A (27/28.6.4), Flying bomb Sites MZ712S (28/29.7.4)P/O V. Vincent (7L) Hamburg

MZ815C (7/8.3.5) P/O W.Corbett (7K) Hemmingstadt MZ831Z (4/5.11.4) F/O D. Smith, (1K) 6POW Bochum

MZ845J (5/6.3.5) F/O M.Anderson (6K) 1bail Chemnitz MZ860E (5/6.1.5) F/Sgt. J. Cauchy, (2K) 5POW Hannover

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MZ876Q(4/5.11.4) Bochum

NP194J (25.3.5) Munster NP937T(10.4.5) Liepzig NP682R F/O J. Wadleigh (5K) NP999W(5/6.1.5), F/O J.Seguin (1K) 6POW Hannover

NR178J(5/6.1.5), F/O V. Brimicombe (1K) 5PW Hannover

PN172Y (15/16.3.5) P/O J.Patry (2K) Hagen PN173Q (5/6.3.5) F/O J.Desbiens (3K)4PW Chemnitz

425 Squadron Pilots F/Lt. T. Rance .P/O C. Jones F/O E. Kirk F/O M. Dugas P/O P. Legault P/O G. Lareau, P/O L. Terroux, F/O E. Kirk, F/O J. Dargis

F/O L. White USAAF Halifax III LK-798A, failed to return from Brest 8.5.44, Sgt J. Chant RAF–POW, P/O J. Lefebvre , Sgt J. Aubry

POW, W/O2 A. Cormier Evd , Sgt R. Brown –Evd , Sgt J. Beluse POW,

F/Sgt J. McConnell POW . 2 killed, 2 evaded, and 4 taken as POWs, shot down by a Nightfighter

P/O E. Laporte Halifax III LK-810Y, failed to return from LeMans 22/23.5.44 operation. Sgt N.Ward RAF, F/O J. Tetrault , F/Sgt J.

Mallette , W/O1 J. Laing , Sgt J. Levasseur , Sgt R. McGowan POW

6 crew were killed and 1 POW

F/O A. Taillon Halifax III LW-672 coded KW-N, failed to return from Wesseling 18/19.7.44 operation. F/Sgt. W. Cameron Sgt. P.

Kinnear RAF, P/O J. Dufour , Sgt. J. Arsenault POW, P/O W. Watson , P/O J. Giroux ,

P/O N. Boucher , 7 members killed and one POW.

P/O T. Barton Halifax III MZ-641 coded KW-K, failed to return from Hamburg 28/29.7.44 operation. Sgt R. Barnicoat RAF, P/O J.

Gibson ,P/O W. Murray ,P/O B. Welsh , P/O P. Poulos , P/O E. Fairey, P/O J. Howell, lost without a trace.

P/O V. Vincent Halifax III MZ-712 coded KW-S, failed to return from Hamburg 28/29.7.44 operation. P/O J. Noonan P/O H.

Vanderveen P/O F. Watson P/O B. Betts P/O L. Image P/O F. Dalessandro P/O R. Patterson P/O W. Vance All were

lost without a trace

S/Ldr G. Philbin RCAF–Evd Halifax III LL-594 coded KW-U, failed to return from Esserent 5.8.44 operation. F/Sgt W. Gracie RCAF

P/O R. Reed RCAF P/O T. Lee RCAF F/O L. Stamp RAF Sgt C. Hilliard POW,

F/O G. Beresford RAF, W/O B. Clark RAF 1 evaded, 1 POW and, 6 killed after they were shot down by flak.

F/Lt C. Lesense, Halifax III MZ-418, coded KW-C, failed to return from Hamburg 31.3.45. Sgt J. Tame, RAF–POW , F/Sgt J. Hilliard,

POW, F/O W. Cable, POW , P/O R. Pigeon, POW, W/O2 R. Trudeau, POW, F/Sgt F. King, POW. The pilot was killed and rest were POWs.

F/O W. Mark , Halifax III LW-394 coded KW-Z, had the stbd outer catch fire and would not feather on return after being hit by flak. The

crew bailed out over Belgium. 8/9.2.45. Sgt J. Whyte RAF, P/O R. Daniels , F/O W. Wotherspoon , F/Sgt W. Ketcham , P/O A. McLean F/Sgt

H. Sanderson , F/Sgt A. Alger . 2 crew-members were injured.

F/O T. MacKinnon Halifax III LW-381B 6.10.44 were attacked by an ME-110, some strikes were seen and it was claimed damaged.

F/Lt J. Galipeau Halifax III MZ-674N, failed to return from Duisburg 14.10.44 Sgt. F. Eade, F/O D. Butler, F/Sgt. C. Williamson, POW F/Sgt. L.

Hogg, F/Sgt. J. Bazinet, POW , Sgt. J. Pare POW, Sgt. C. Crabtree POW. 4 killed and 4 POWs

F/Lt H. Franks Halifax III MZ-620T, 23.10.44 were attacked by an FW-190, there was no claim or damage.

F/Lt C. Lesense, Halifax III MZ-418C, failed to return from Hamburg 31.3.45 Sgt J. Tame, RAF–POW, F/Sgt J. Hilliard, RCAF–POW,

F/O W. Cable, RCAF–POW P/O R. Pigeon, RCAF–POW, W/O2 R. Trudeau, RCAF–POW, F/Sgt F. King, RCAF–POW

The pilot was killed and rest were POWs.

F/O J. Wadleigh Halifax VII NP-682R,.F/O J. Campbell, F/Sgt G. Fetherston, F/O G. Cahoon, F/Sgt M. Grant P/O J. Laing, P/O C.

Houston All were killed except the pilot and wireless operator.

F/O V. Brimicombe POW, flying Halifax III NP-999W, failed to return from Hannover 5/6.1.45. P/O S. Moore, RAF, 1 crew member

was killed and 6 were POWs.

F/O J. Seguin, POW Halifax III NR-178J, failed to return from Hannover 4/5.1.45 P/O G. Noonan, RAF, Sgt. B. Simonin, RCAF 2

killed and 5 POWs.

F/Sgt. J. Cauchy, POW Halifax III MZ-860E, failed to return , P/O J. Piche, RCAF , P/O J. Lamarre, RCAF, 2 crew were killed and

5 were POWs.

F/O J. Desmarais RCAF Halifax III MZ-538V, crashed shortly after takeoff. Target Duisburg 17/18.12.44

P/O J. Blackburn RAF, F/O J. Bernier, P/O J. Labrecque, P/O J. Dubois, F/Sgt J. Paradis, F/Sgt J. Lariviere. P/O R. Gauthier All were killed.

F/O D. Smith, POW Halifax III MZ-831Z, failed to return from Bochum 4/5.11.44 Sgt. W. Clowes, RAF

1 killed & 6 POWs.

F/Lt M. Dugas, POW Halifax III LW-379D, failed to return from Oberhausen 1/2.11.44 P/O J. Savoie, 1 killed & 7 POWs by a

Nightfighter over the target.

F/O G. Lareau and crew from 425 Squadron flying Halifax III MZ-845J (20/21.2.5) were attacked by an ME-210, some strikes were seen and it

was claimed damaged.

426 Squadron LK796M, 871K, 880C, LW117, 201D, Linton-on-Ouse

"Thunderbird"(OW) LW203F, 204K, 207W, 382Q, 477O, 510D, 775G (Apr.44-Jun.45)

LW203F, MZ469, 589, 597B, 600D, 645N, 682N, 690U, 750S,

'der Fuerher's Fate' NA202A, 204N, 518, NP684'O, 685L, 696M, 737Z, 740P, 770G, 779C, 808E, 818M,

LW207W'Wille Wolf' NR134Z,144V, 449' ', 452V, 456R

NP779C'Chesty' PN226H, 228A, 238L, 242Y (36) Lost on Ops. (converted to Transport Squadron, Apr.45)

HX346U F/Lt J. S. Sefton (1K)

LK879P (16/17.6.4) P/O J.Tabor (7K) Sterkrade LK883E (12/13.5.4) F/O J. Black (4K) 1POW Louvain

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LV206Q (3.9.4) Venlo

LW197S (30.7.4), F/O T.Fredrickson (5K) Sterkrade LW198V (28/29.6.4), Metz

LW199C (2/3.11.4), F/Lt. C. Boddington (3K) Dusseldorf LW200N (5/6.12.4), F/O A. Carter (7K) Soest

LW202P (28/29.7.4)F/L M. Thompson(5K) 3PW Hamburg LW205Y (16.11.4) Julick

LW206Q (3.9.4) P/O R.A.Lamb (4K) Venlo LW208U (28/29.7.4), P/O P.B.Eagles (7K) Hamburg

LW209Y (18.12.4) F/O T. Layman (2K) Duisburg LW210Y (5.3.5), F/O I.Emerson (6K) 1bail Chemnitz

LW377G (6/7.6.4) FS C. Selfe all bail Normandy B/A LW598J (8/9.5.4) P/O N.L.Craig (5K) Haines St Pierre

LW682M (12/13.5.4) P/O W. Bentz (7K) Louvain

MZ598J (8/9.5.4), 1/L J.Smith USAAF (7K) Haine St Pierre

NA510E (12/13.6.4)S/L I. McRobie (2K) 2POW Cambrai NA580E (12/13.6.4), Cambrai

NP681J (9.9.4), F/O J.A.Wilding (2K) cr.nr.Oxford NP682R, F/O J. Wadleigh (5K)

NP683M (27/28.5.4) Bourge-Leopold NP686T (2/3.11.4) F/O R.Brodie all safe Dusseldorf

NP704L F/Lt G. Thomson (7K)

NP709A (1/2.11.4) F/O W. Anderson, (7K) Oberhausen NP739U (30.9.4) F/Lt. W. Scott, (3K) 4POW Bostrop

NP741K (4/5.11.4) F/O P.I.Buck (1K) Scholven NP768Q (28/29.1.5) W/C F.Carling-Kelly (3K) Stuttgart

NP771J (1/2.11.4) P/O R. Goreham, (5K) 2PW Oberhausen NP775K(4/5.11.4) F/O R.E.Jones 7POW Bochum

NP778A (22.11.4) Castrop-Rauxel NP789 (7.10.4) Dortmund

NP793H (5/6.3.5) F/O H.Watts (7K) Wangerooge NP794S,

NP797G, NP799J (5/6.3.5) F/O J.Kirkpatrick (6K) 1PW Chemnitz

NP800S (4/5.11.4) F/O H. Elder (3K) 2POW Bochum NP811J (25.3.5) F/O S. Levis (1K) 6POW Munster

NP814U (2/3.11.4) Dusseldorf NP818M(25.3.5)F/O F. Alward no injury

NP819B (2/3.2.5) Wange-Eickel NP820W (25.4.5) F/O J.Tuplin (7K) Wangerooge

NR172Y (15/16.3.5), Hagen NR257Y (5/6.1.5),

RG350K (16/17.1.5), F/Lt R. Galbraith (3K) PN172G (15/16.3.5),

PN228A (5/6.3.5) S/L E.Garrett (7K) mid air Chemnitz

426Squadron Pilots

P/O A. Bainard, W/C C. Burgess, F/O H. Hicken, P/O D. Irwin, P/O L. Matton, P/O L. Mann, P/O A. McKay, P/O C. McKinstry, F/O J. Sheridan,

F/O S. Seaman, P/O W. Webster,. P/O H. Thompson, F/O H. Elder P/O C. Hamilton, F/O T. Fredrickson, F/O A. North,

F/Lt J. May

1st/Lt J. Smith USAAF Halifax III MZ-598 coded OW-J, failed to return from 8/9.5.44 operation. P/O C. Congreve RAF–Evd , P/O K.

Harris RAF, P/O V. Mudford RCAF P/O A. Jackson RAF, P/O A. Horton RCAF, P/O E. Park RCAF, P/O K. Schmidt RCAF 7 crew were

killed and one taken as POW.

F/O J. Black RCAF--POW Halifax III LK-883 coded OW-E, failed to return from 12/13.5.44 operation. F/Sgt W. Berry RAF--Evd , F/O

R. Doubt RCAF--Evd , F/O J. van Maarion RCAF--Evd P/O J. Jones RCAFRCAF, P/O K. Drumm RCAF, Sgt. A. Jones RAF Four crew

members were killed, 3 evaded and one POW.

P/O W. Bentz Halifax III LW-682* M, failed to return . Sgt. R. Ellerslie RAF, F/O T. Taylor F, F/O C. Phillips P/O J. McIntyre

P/O J. Arbour , P/O J. Summerhayes , P/O F. Roach All were killed when shot down by a Nightfighter. *This aircraft was recovered recently,

with the remains of three Canadian crew members still aboard.

F/O J. Beesley, Halifax 27/28.5.44 blew up in mid-air and crashed at Bircham Newton. Sgt. T. Clark, RAF, F/O R. Tranter, RCAF,

F/O R. Irvine, RCAF, Sgt. G. Durning, RCAF P/O R. Carol, RCAF, P/O M. Forsberg, RCAF

F/Sgt C. Selfe Halifax III LW-377 coded OW-G, 6/7.6.44 was hit by falling bombs over the target. Sgt H. Fellows RAF, F/O C. Sowerby

RCAF, F/O V. Paul RCAF

Sgt R. Bielby RCAF, Sgt A. Ashford RCAF, Sgt J. Turner RCAF

They struggled back to England where the crew bailed out at Slapton Sands without injury.

P/O N. Craig, RCAF Halifax III LW-598J, was orbiting the airfield in preparation when the stbd inner caught fire. P/O R. Parker, , Sgt.

F. Howard, RAF P/O A Sootheran, , P/O W. Holenchuk, , W/O1 R. Parker, Sgt. J. Hughes, RAF. The Halifax side slipped and crashed into

houses in the town of Newton on Ouse. The mid upper gunner was able to get out and pulled the seriously injured pilot out. The rest of the crew

were killed.

S/L I. McRobie Halifax III NA-510 coded OW-E, failed to return from 12/13.6.44 operation. Sgt E. White RAF, F/Sgt A. Hammond

RAF–Evd, F/O G. Bedford RCAF–POW W/O2 C. McLeod RCAF–Evd, W/O2 M. Bzowy RCAF–POW, F/Sgt M. Bemrose RAF–Evd P/O D.

Murray RCAF–Evd. 2 crew were killed, 2 were POWs and 4 evaded capture after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/L M. Thompson POW Halifax VII LW-202P, failed to return from 28/29.7.44 operation. F/O J. Heron POW Sgt T. Lock RAF F/O

C. Hostetler "http://www.rcaf.com/6group/cuff.html" F/O G. Fewtrell POW P/O C. Merritt P/O L. Tarpley . 5 crew were killed and 3 POWs after

being shot down by flak and a Nightfighter.

P/O P. Eagles Halifax VII LW-208U, failed to return 28/29.7.44 operation. Sgt J. Ridley RAF P/O A. Jackson F/O J. Spearin P/O E.

Colp P/O M. Lowick P/O R. Vatcher. All were killed after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

P/O R.Lamb Halifax VII LW-206Q, 3.9.44 went into a spin at 14,000 feet. The navigator, wireless op, and bomb aimer parachuted

safely out. The Flt engineer, slipped out of his parachute and was killed. The mid-upper gunner had his parachute catch on the tail wheel and was

also killed. The pilot and rear gunner were not able to vacate the aircraft and also perished. Sgt. N. Robinson, RAF P/O R. Mallalue, RCAF

P/O E. Longley, Sgt. R.Kipfer, Sgt. A. Willis, FS. W.Wright. About 5 minutes after the aircraft hit the ground on the Duxford airfield, it

exploded, killing a number of American personnel.

F/O J. Wilding RCAF Halifax VII NP-681 coded OW-J, was returning 9.9.44 when a fire broke out between the port engines. The fire

was not put out and the wing burned off. Sgt. J. AndrewRAF, F/O E. O'meara, FS. R. Irving, FS R. Thompson, FS. G. McCreary, FS

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P.MacKay, Most of the crew were able to bail out except the pilot and Flt/engineer. The Halifax crashed near Oxford.

F/Sgt. R. Thompson, RCAF F/Sgt. G. McCreary, RCAF F/Sgt. P. MacKay, RCAF

Most of the crew were able to bail out except the pilot and Flt/engineer. The Halifax crashed near Oxford.

F/O P. Buck Halifax VII NP-741K, failed to return 12/13.9.44. t H. Rose RAF–POW F/O R. Walter –POW

F/O W. Sloan –POW F/Sgt P. Tynan RAF–POW F/Sgt K. Dugdale –POW F/Sgt J. De Luca –POW

They were hit by flak. crew were able to bail out but F/O P. Buck died of his injuries the following day.

F/O T. Fredrickson Halifax VII LW-197S, failed to return from 30.9.44 operation. Sgt. J. Sullivan, RAF F/Sgt. D. Turnquist,

RCAF--POW F/O A. Nicholson, RCAF--POW P/O I Pelechaty, RCAF P/O G. Ryan, P/O V. McPhee, RCAF 5 were killed and 2 POWs.

P/O J. Tuplin, Halifax VII NP-820, coded OW-W, failed to return 25.4.45. Sgt. R. Roberts, RAF W/O R. Evans, RAF P/O R.

Curzon, RCAF P/O E. Hicks, RCAF "../Teskey.html" no survivors mid-air collision.

F/O S. Levis POW Halifax VII NP-811 coded OW-J, failed to return 25.3.45. Sgt J. Rattigan POW, F/O W. Jarvis POW, P/O L.

Branston Sgt R. Eyre POW, Sgt S. Ross POW, Sgt K. Montagano POW

6 POWs and 1 killed shot down by flak.

F/O F. Alward Halifax VII NP-818 coded OW-M, swung on takeoff. They hit a ditch, wiping off the undercarriage and the aircraft

burned and blew up. Sgt N. Jackson RAF, F/O M. Wright , Sgt O. Phillips , F/O F. Dickinson , F/Sgt L. Peck , F/Sgt J. Titus . All the crew escaped

without injury.

F/O J. Wilding Halifax VII NP-681J, was returning 9.9.44 fire broke out between the port engines. The fire was not put out and the

wing burned off. Sgt. J. Andrew, RAF F/O E. O'meara, RCAF F/Sgt. R. Irving,

F/Lt. W. Scott, Halifax VII NP-739U failed to return 6.10.44. P/O J. Wilson RAF F/O W. Ames POW

F/O A. Livingstone POW P/O J. Mack POW P/O G. Brooks P/O J. Short, Three crew-members killed, 4 POWs after being shot down by flack.

P/O W. Egan Halifax VII LW-203F, 9/10.10.44 were attacked by an FW-190. Some strikes were seen on the starboard wing and fuselage. It was

claimed damaged

Halifax VII NP-811J, failed to return P/O L. Branston RCAF, 6 crew were POWs and 1 killed .

F/O J. Wadleigh RCAF Halifax VII NP-682R, F/O J. Campbell F/Sgt G. Fetherston F/O G. Cahoon

F/Sgt M. Grant P/O J. Laing P/O C. Houston All were killed except the pilot and wireless operator.

F/Lt G. Thomson Halifax VII serial NP-704L, failed to return P/O R. Silver , F/O H. Bloch , F/O J. Robinson , W/O2 A. Jones Sgt R.

Vallier P/O W. Haryett All were killed.

F/Lt R. Galbraith RCAF Halifax III RG-350K, failed to return Sgt J. Davidson RAF, F/O J. Shirey

3 crew were killed and 4 POWs after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

P/O J. Tuplin, Halifax VII NP-820W, failed to return Sgt. R. Roberts, RAF W/O R. Evans, RAF P/O R. Curzon, RCAF P/O

E. Hicks, RCAF "../Teskey.html" There were no survivors in a mid-air

F/O T. Layman POW Halifax VII LW-209Y, failed to return F/Sgt J. Hoyle RAF, F/O E. Fox 2 killed

F/O H. Elder, POW Halifax VII NP-800S failed to return Sgt. R. Newberry, RAF, F/O J. Clements,

F/O L. Hopper, , 3 killed, 2 POWs, and 2 evaded capture after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/Lt. C. Boddington, (POW) Halifax VII LW-199C, failed to return Sgt. E. Grundy, RAF F/O A. Harrison, Sgt. C. Campton,

3 crew were killed and 4 POWs.

F/O W. Anderson, Halifax VII NP-709A, failed to return Sgt. J. Langton, RAF F/O G. Mullin, P/O C. Goble, Sgt. T. Edgell, ,

F/Sgt. L. Griffith, , F/Sgt. J. McLea, All were killed.

P/O R. Goreham, --POW Halifax VII NP-771J failed to return . Sgt. R. Charlton, RAF, P/O E. Courtis, P/O A. McLeod, P/O J. Weedon,

P/O A. Balfour, , 5 killed & 2 POWs by flak.

F/Lt J. S. Sefton RCAF Halifax III HX-346U, hit a tree and crash landed during let down in bad weather near Leeming on return. Sgt W.

Porter RAF, F/O A. McKillop RCAF F/O F. Yarush RCAF, F/O J. Rowan RCAF, F/Sgt W. Thompson RCAF, Sgt J. Waugh RCAF. 1

crewmember was killed and 4 were injured.

F/Lt. P. Chipman, (POW) failed to return P/O J. Knoke, RCAF, 1 was killed and 6 were POWs.

F/O A. Carter Halifax VII LW-200N, were involved in a mid-air collision with a 428 squadron aircraft. Sgt. D. Bourner,RAF, F/O A.

Downing, , P/O E. Harwood, F/O R. Dowding, , P/O W. Murrell, , P/O I. Myron, All were killed.

427 Squadron EB226Y, 234Z, 241A, 243U, 246S, 247P,DK135, 143W, 146Q, 186L, Leeming(Jan 44-Mar 45)

"Lion"(ZL) HX279, 339, LK304B, 627K, 633G, 637V, 643T, 644C, 658H, 684R,700N, 735Z,

DK186L LK799N, 819S, 823A, 900, 920, 923B, 965W,972F, 974J, 975E,976Z,

'Londons Revenge' LL153, 169L, 191N, 194C, LV755, 785K, 789S, 828Q, 829D, 830H, 883W,

EB241A'Apple' LV902T, 922C, 938A, 960L, 986V, 987K, 988P, 989R, 994J, 996E,

LW572R, LW133S, 161V, 162D, 163U,

'Ruthless Robert' LW548L, 572R, 576C, 577K, 756E, 759Z, ME393D, 426C, 498K

MZ304B, 355W, 423, 756, 819S, 823A, 866K, 941X

RG347G, NP941, 956J, 957L, NR196K, PA271W, RG347G,

'Gutsy Girty' total 18

EB148S (28/29.6.3), EB234Z (22/23.10.3) S.Minter

EB242K (30/31.7.3) FS B.WesterbergRAAF (1K) Remacheid EB243H (23/24.8.3) Berlin

EB257P (9/10.8.3) FS W.Biggs cr.nr. Hartford Bridge Mannhieim EB251T (31.8.3) P/O G.Vande (6K)

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DK142C (13/14.7.3) Sgt M.Sobkowicz 6POW Aachen DK243F (17/18.8.3) P/O F.Brady (5K) Peenemundee

LK883E (12/13.5.4)

LL139D (22.1.5),

LV821N (12/13.8.4), F/Lt P. Cronyn (7K) LV831P (27/28.5.4), P/O F. Devereux (7K)

LV985K (18.7.4), P/O T. Kelly, (7K) LV995Y (12/13.6.4), F/O J. Fulton (4K)

LW135R (12/13.6.4), F/O R. Pearson (5K) 1POW LW165M (12/13.6.4), F/O W. Proudfoot (7K)

LW166S (4/5.7.4), F/O C. Moss (2K) 2POW LW365W (27/28.5.4), P/O B. Scobie (7K)

MZ291O (11/12.12.4), MZ316J (25/26.7.4), P/O H. Egli all safe

MZ363Y (9.8.4), F/Lt G. Wyse (7K) MZ757Y (28/29.7.4), F/O H. Gordon (7K)

MZ867G (27/28.11.4),

NP942T (20/21.2.5), F/Lt J. Murphy (2K) 5POW,Worms NR257Y (5/6.1.5), S/Ldr. B. Crew, (4K) 3POW

427 Squadron Pilots

F/O L. Ayers, F/O W. Britton, F/O W. Brown, F/O F. Brownell, F/O J. Kicak of 427 Squadron F/O D. Hepburn, W/O2 R. McKenney, F/L

A. Sherlock, F/L E. Sherlock, F/O K. McCaskill, S/Ldr W. Moseley-Williams, F/O E. Mayo, F/Sgt G. Kirby, F/Lt G. Slocombe, and F/O L.

Murphy

P/O F. Devereux Halifax III LV-831 ZL-P, failed to return from 27/28.5.44 operation. Sgt B. Roach RAF P/O N. Stephenson, F/O R.

Ford, P/O J. Brown, Sgt R. Edwards RAF, P/O K. Patience. All were killed after colliding with MZ-295 AL-Y of 429 Squadron.

W/O2 D. Foster-Evd) and crew failed to return from 7/8.6.44 operation. Sgt. G. Philliskirk, RAF--Evd F/O G. Waddell-Evd, F/O

T.Farr-Evd, Sgt. E.Carter-Edwards-POW Sgt. C.Ford-POW, Sgt. N.Donnan-Evd. 5 evaded & 2 POWs

F/O W. Proudfoot Halifax III LW-165 ZL-M, failed to return from 12/13.6.44 operation. Sgt M. Taylor RAF, F/O J. Murphy, F/O E.

Pawlitza, F/O P. Koleda, F/O A. Hall. All were killed after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/O R. Pearson Halifax III LW-135 coded ZL-R, failed to return from 12/13.6.44 operation. Sgt K. Bulow RAF–Evd, F/O E.

Beaton-POW, F/O L. Cartwright, P/O E. Duffin, P/O E. Dubeau, P/O G. Parsons 5 killed, 1 POW & 1 evaded .

F/O J. Fulton –Evd . Halifax III LV-995 ZL-Y,12/13.6.44 failed to return from this operation. Sgt D. Bristow RAF, P/O N. Fitton

http://www.rcaf.com/6group/May.html" -Evd F/O K. Patrick-Evd, F/Lt L. Thistle, F/O F. Lang 4 crew were killed and 3 evaded capture

F/O C. Moss Halifax III LW-166 ZL-S failed to return from 4/5.7.44 operation. Sgt W. Steel RAF. F/O J. Bester-Evd. F/O J.

Siddall-Evd. F/Sgt H. Atkin-POW. Sgt G. Brown-POW, Sgt J. Finney-POW. 2 killed, 2 evaded & 2 were POWs.

P/O T. Kelly, Halifax III LV985K failed to return. 18.7.44 Sgt. J. MacFadden, RAF F/Sgt. V. Unruh, F/O R.W.Blair, W/O

W.S.Haley, Sgt. D.A.Carson, Sgt. D.G.Willson, The crew were killed.

P/O H. Egli Halifax III MZ-316 ZL-J was hit 25/26.7.44 by flak, they were severely damaged with holes in the fuel tanks. The crew

bailed out on return over Normandy. Sgt G. Briers RAF F/O V. Sunstrum, F/O H. Campbell, Sgt T. Foy, F/Sgt M. Kotyk, Sgt P. Regimbal. safely

in Allied territory.

F/O H. Gordon Halifax III MZ-757 ZL-Y, failed to return from 28/29.7.44 operation. Sgt F. Stokes RAF F/O J. McRobb, F/O H.

Wright, P/O R. Nelson, P/O H. Legary, P/O F. Plecan All killed after being s/d by flak and a Nightfighter.

F/Lt G. Wyse Halifax III MZ-363 ZL-Y failed to return from 9.8.44 operation. Sgt A. MacKay RAF, F/O J. Beresford, P/O R. Grout,

P/O S. Levesque, P/O J. Ringer, P/O R. Ferguson. All were killed

F/Lt P. Cronyn Halifax III LV-821 ZL-N, failed to return from 12/13.8.44 operation. Sgt S. Corran RAF F/O J. Murray, F/O J.

Bilbie, F/O R. Burns, P/O A. Dickinson, P/O H. Davey. All were killed.

P/O F. Devereux Halifax III LV-831P, failed to return 27/28.5.44, t B. Roach RAF P/O N. Stephenson F/O R. Ford , P/O J.

Brown ,Sgt R. Edwards RAF, P/O K. Patience. All killed after colliding with MZ-295Y of 429 Squadron.

P/O B. Scobie Halifax III LW-365W, failed to return on 27/28.5.44 RAF F/O A. Smith, F/O N. Nahu

Sgt T. Whiteside RAF P/O J. Cardinal, /O G.F.Vinett All were killed after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/Lt J. Murphy –POW Halifax III NP-942T, failed to return 20/21.2.5 from Worms Sgt G. Tate RAF–POW, F/O G. Mann –POW ,F/O

E. Essenburg ,W/O2 E. Perdue POW , F/O A. Breault –POW

P/O J. Wallace 5 crew were POWs and 2 were killed

S/Ldr. B. Crew, Halifax III NR-257Y, failed to return 5/6.1.45, P/O Smith, RAF, F/O C. Kelway, F/O T. Osler, 4 killed and 3 POWs.

F/O G. Tegerdine Halifax III MZ-823A, 6.10.44 were attacked by a three unidentified enemy aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

They landed at Bury St. Edmonds on return due to poor weather at base

F/O L. Ayers Halifax III MZ-903Y 30/31.10.44 returned early due to the stbd inner being u/s. They crash landed at Manston.

428 Squadron Middleton St George (Jul.43-Jun.44)

"Ghost" (NA) JD386F, JH971H, LK661C, 836, LW326, JPl13'A, 122J, 124N, 127T, W1271P,

EB210E, 211F, 213G, 214S, 215T, 216R, 275C,

DK196K, 233X, 235J, 237L, 239Q, 270U,

JP113A JN271M, 955L, 967X, 968'I, 969V, 973U, 971H,

'Mobil Pegasus' LK901'O, 908, 913N, 914K, 927Y, 928B, 930M, 661C, LL180R,

JP130Y, 132D, 191B, 195F, 197Q, 198G, 199'O, 203U, 279P, HR857K, 988C, HX183E,

LW326, DG363R, JB968R, total 9 lost on Ops. (converted to Lancaster X, Jun.44)

EB209C (13/14.7.3), EB212U (2/3.8.3),

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EB274H (2/3.8.3),

DK228D (13/14.7.3), DK229W (9/10.7.3),

DK230V (17.18.8.3), DK238'I (17/18.8.3),

DK257K (13/14.7.3),

LV200 (5.12.4),

LW285Z (22.4.4),

429 Squadron HX183F, 339D, 697D, 734C, 746K, 800'N', Leeming(Mar 44-Mar 45)

"Bison" (AL) JD164K, 275T, 318F, 325F, 327E, 328F, 333W, 411A, LK662Q, 697D, 734C, 746K, 800'N', 804Q, 830Q, 845J, 860T, 913N, 914N, 946T, 947R, 950C, 967R, 974Z, 993J, 995C,

LL168M, 170N, 171U, 178V, 547K, LV913' ', 941V, 942Q, 965J, 967B, 994L,LW127F, 139X, 285'X', 685,

JD327'Easy does It' MZ282K, 303R, 312Y, 318C, 357N, 424Z, 453J,474B, 658E, 755'O, 824G, 880X, 918F,

NA201W'William' NN701T, NP196A, 705Y, 943'A', 946H, 954P, 967L, NR194X, 196H, 197, 203P,

PN367J,NA179, NA201W, total 25 lost on Ops.

HX352L (24/25.5.4), P/O J. Mitchell (6K) LV139 (23.2.5),

LV415K (1/2.5.4), F/O S. Leslie (6K) LV950C (1.8.4), P/O J. Irish (7K)

LV964T (5/6.1.5), P/O G. Hay (7K) LV989R (22/23.5.4), F/O A. Brown (7K)

LV996K (5/6.3.5),

LW124N (24/25.5.4), P/O M. Fernandez (4K) 3POW LW132H (10.8.4), F/Lt D. Hall (6K)

LW136Z (12/13.8.4), F/O G. Clarke (1K) LW137K (24/25.5.4), F/Lt T. Rawlinson (4K) 3POW

LW139(23.2.5), LW415(1.5.4),

MZ288O (1.12.4), MZ295Y (27/28.5.4), P/O C. Ross (7K) mid air LV831

MZ302E (28/29.6.4), MZ314W (1.12.4), F/O G. Clarke (7K)

MZ357N, MZ362Y (25/26.7.4), P/O M. Tracey (2K)

MZ427E (16/17.1.5), MZ463J (6.12.4), F/O J. Prentice (7K)

MZ629B (12/13.5.4), MZ825E (12/13.5.4), F/O D. Depew (7K)

MZ864B (12.8.4), F/O R. Kingsland all rescue MZ872Z,

MZ900K (17.9.4), F/O J. Prentice sea rescue MZ906H (23/24.10.4), F/O N.Mair (7K)

429 Squadron Pilots

F/O L. Keelan from 429 F/O J. Lasek, F/O W. Thomas of 429 squadron P/O B. Drewery F/Lt D. Henrickson S/Ldr R. Bolduc, F/O F. Biddell,

F/Lt S. Mitchell, F/O J. Lakeman, F/O H. Hogarth, F/Lt G. Bennett, F/O D. Gillis, F/O C. Lee, F/O J. Prentice, F/Lt A. Milner, F/O J. Keslick, F/O

M. Lanin, F/O L. Keelan, and F/Lt A. Childs

F/O W. Thomas of 429 squadron .

P/O C. Ross RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-295 coded AL-Y, failed to return from 27/28.5.44 operation. Sgt N. Hornby RAF

F/O M. Rabovsky RCAF P/O B. Dunlop RCAF P/O P. Coltman RCAF P/O L. Kirton RCAF All were killed after colliding with

LV-831 coded ZL-P from 427 Squadron.

P/O M. Tracey Evd Halifax III MZ-362 coded AL-Y failed to return from 25/26.7.44 operation. Sgt T. Holmes RAF Sgt R.

Wasylkow Evd 2 crew were killed and 5 evaded capture.

P/O J. Irish Halifax III LV-950 coded AL-C, from 429 squadron, failed to return 1.8.44 operation. P/O R. Walsham RAF, P/O J. Santo,

F/O J. Gloeckler, F/O W. Wright, P/O H. Gilmore, P/O G. Lindensmith All were killed.

F/Lt D. Hall Halifax III LW-132H, 10.8.44 was seen to catch fire outbound. It was seen to descend to about 5,000 feet and explode. P/O

H. Glass F/Sgt R. Harrod, F/O T. Jackman, P/O D. Murray, P/O L. Syme, P/O W. Phillips Only the navigator survived.

F/O D. Depew Halifax III MZ-825 coded AL-E, failed to return from 12/13.8.44 operation. Sgt E. Newton RAF F/O K. Brayne, F/O

S. Vasiloff , P/O C. Dempster, P/O V. Compton, P/O J. Walker RAF All were killed after being shot down by flak

F/O J. Prentice Halifax III MZ-900 coded AL-K, was hit by flak. Both stbd engines were u/s and the stbd wing was on fire. This fire was

put out only to start up in the port wing. The crew then bailed out into the English Channel. F/Sgt F. Pratt RAF F/O T. Wilson F/Sgt S. Norejko

RCAF Lt F. McRoberts USAAF F/Sgt W. Barty RAF F/Sgt J. Copeland . The crew was later picked up by a Walrus. The rear gunner was slightly

injured.

F/O C.Hemming flying Halifax VII NP-722 QO-S, 23/24.10.44 had the rudder pin shear due to icing. Sgt E.Hemsley RAF, F/O J.

Bishop, F/O E.Holmes, P/O J.Brusone, Sgt J.Gallant, Sgt R.Brown, They crash landed at Manston with no injury to the crew.

F/O N.Mair HalifaxIII MZ906H Failed to return 23/24.10.44 Sgt J.Wemyso,

F/O D.Pole, FS L.Innes, P.Mitchell, G.Hallam, L.Moore all lost without a trace

F/O R. Kingsland Halifax III MZ-864B, on 12/13.9.44 . Both outer engines were u/s. Returning to base, over the North Sea the stbd

outer propellor came off hitting and damaging the stbd inner engine, going over the top and removing the port fin and rudder. The crew was forced

toditch in the north sea. Sgt. D. Russell, RAF F/O R. Thorne, Sgt. R. McCalum, P/O J. Courtois, Sgt. J. Deniey, Sgt. P. Nabozniak,

All of the crew were able to get into a dinghy.

F/O G. Clarke RCAF andHalifax LW-136Z 24.9.44 by light flak. There was serious damage to all the engines, both turrets, compasses,

rudder and aileron controls and the port outer caught fire. They turned and headed for Allied territory where the navigator and bomb aimer bailed

out over a valley. The rest of the crew stayed aboard as they were losing height and flying towards rising ground. Pilot made a good crash landing

Quer Camp, France, where the crew escaped after their Halifax burst into flames and was totally destroyed. Sgt L. Fry RAF, F/Sgt C. Short, P/O J.

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Roy F/Sgt G. Pare Sgt S. Ogilvie Sgt R. Nimmo . sadly, the bomb aimer died of his injuries, the pilot and rear gunner were uninjured, and

the rest of the crew were slightly injured

P/O G. Hay, RCAF Halifax III LV-964T, failed to return 5/6/.1.45 P/O F. Nicholson, RAF F/O J. Savard, P/O J. Tremblay, P/O R.

Couzens, RAF, P/O F. Brown, P/O T. Gabriel. All killed.

F/O W. Scott RCAF All were killed except the wireless operator, who was able to bail out before the Halifax crashed.

F/O J. Prentice Halifax III MZ-463J, failed to return .6.12.44 F/Lt H. O’Neil, P/O E. Clark RCAF, F/O T. Wilson RCAF, P/O S.

Norejko RCAF, Lt F. McRoberts USAAF, P/O W. Barty RCAF, P/O J. Copeland RCAF All were lost without a trace.

F/O G. Clarke, RCAF, Halifax III MZ-314W, failed to return .1.12.44 They were in a mid-air with a 578 squadron Halifax. Sgt. L. Fry,

RAF, P/O C. Short, P/O F. Manchip, P/O G. Pare, P/O S. Ogilvie, P/O R. Nimmo, All were killed.

F/O S. Leslie RCAF--Evd Halifax III LW-415 K, failed to return from 1/2.5.44 operation. Sgt. G. Elliott RAF, F/O R. Webster RCAF,

F/O J. Hawke RCAF, W/O2 G. McCann RCAF P/O G. Vipond RCAF Sgt. E. Baldry RCAF 6 crew were killed and one evaded after

being attacked by a Nightfighter and exploding in mid-air

F/O A. Brown Halifax III LV-989 coded AL-R, 22/23.5.44 stalled and spun to earth on the way to the target. Sgt P. Vose RAF, F/O W.

Hunter RCAF, F/O J. Leitch RCAF, F/O J. Swordy RCAF Sgt L. Morris RCAF, F/O W. Scott RCAF All were killed except the wireless

operator, who was able to bail out before the Halifax crashed.

P/O J. Mitchell Halifax III HX-352 coded AL-L, failed to return from 24/25.5.44 operation. Sgt J. Jolley RAF, F/O D. McKenzie RCAF,

F/O P. Nazar RCAF, P/O J. MacDonald RCAF P/O H. Lapointe RCAF–POW , Sgt A. Smith RAF 6 crew were killed and 1 POW after being

shot down by flak

P/O M. Fernandez RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III LW-124 coded AL-N, failed to return from 24/25.5.44 operation. P/O W. Stewart

RCAF, F/O R. Rudd RCAF–POW , W/O2 L. Shelter RCAF–POW F/Sgt H. Dawson RAF–POW , P/O R. Christie RCAF, P/O K. Jackson RAF

4 crew were killed and 3 POWs after being shot down by flak.

F/Lt T. Rawlinson RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III LW-137 coded AL-K, failed to return from 24/25.5.44 operation. P/O A. Bates

RAF, P/O G. Caunt RAF–POW , P/O A. Murphy RCAF P/O W. Bush RAF–POW , P/O A. Shierlaw RCAF–POW , P/O J. Cochrane RCAF

4 crew were killed and 3 POWs after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

S/Ldr. W. Anderson, was hit by flak 27/28.6.44. The pilot was severely injured and the bomb aimer, F/Sgt. A. Capuston, RCAF (Evd),

navigator Sgt. L. O'Leary, RCAF (POW) and wireless operatorW/O1 J. Banning, RCAF (POW) bailed out. The Flt/engineer Sgt. G. Steere, RAF,

with the help of the two gunners, Sgt. J. Mangione, RCAF, and Sgt. G. Ritchie, RCAF, were able to fly the Halifax back to England. The crew

bailed the injured pilot out on a static line and then bailed out themselves. The crew landed safely except the pilot who died of his injuries. The

Halifax crashed near the Benson airfield. The 3 crew members who brought the Halifax back to England were decorated for this brave act.

P/O J. Artyniuk, RCAF failed to return from 7/8.6.44 operation. Sgt. W. Teape, RAF, F/O H. Morrison, RCAF, F/O P. Gandy, RCAF,

F/Sgt. D. Flett, RAF, P/O G. Curtis, RAF, P/O B. Jose, RCAF, P/O W. Mullin, RCAF All were killed.

F/Lt. G. Gardiner, hit by 2 falling bombs. One went through the fuselage near the mid upper turret and the other took off the stbd

stabilizer. Sgt. J. Cunningham, RAF

F/O J. Brunet, RCAF--POW F/O R. Ellis, RCAF W/O1 F. McNiffe, RCAF--POW Sgt. E. McGregor, RCAF--Evd Sgt. W. Gillespie, RCAF

The pilot and 3 other crew members were able to get out before the Halifax crashed.

F/Lt G. Arbuckle was hit by flak outbound, F/O J. Morgan RCAF , the bomb aimer, was killed. They returned to base without

bombing.

F/O P. Cormier Halifax III MZ-303 R, 11/12/9/44 by an unidentified enemy aircraft, there was no claim or damage

F/O W. Fikis Halifax III LW-139X, 9/10.10.44 were attacked by a JU-88, there was no claim or damages

431 Squadron DK185S, 264V, HX346R, EB137N, Tholthorpe/Croft(Mar - Oct 44)

"Iroquios" (SE) LK632M, 639E, 640Q, 649G, 657K, 662Q, 701L, 705X, 793S, 828S,

842, 896B, 897P, 898'O, 905D, 918F, 963H, 964T, 975N, 991U,

LL150N, 172D/B, 173G, 174Z, 175A, 231J, 232R, 233Y,

'Simcoe Warrior' LN572Q, LV951, LW412F, 432P, 462B, 576'O,

MZ364M, 405, 517D, 529E, 600N, 655T, 656X, 831K, 860P, 861Q, 882B, 907F, 922J,

NA498G, 499W, NR121B, 123V, total 22 lost on Ops.

NP705Y, 999W, (converted to Lancaster X, Oct.44)

LK833R(28/29.7.4), P/O W. Aldred (6K) 1POW LK837H(29.1.44)

LK845J(28/29.7.4), P/O J. Gustafson (7K) LK884X(8/9.5.4), F/Lt R. Mead (7K)

LW434 (6.10.4) P/O A. Park, (7K) LW572(18.7.44), P/O F. Longstaff, (6K) 1POW

MZ372Y(16/17.8.4), F/O T. Dahle (7K) MZ509H(28/29.7.4), MZ520'O(29.1.44), MZ521T(8/9.5.4), P/O W. Wilson (1K)

MZ537L(29.1.44), MZ589H(28/29.7.4), F/O J. Collver (7K)

MZ597B(28/29.7.4), F/O J. Harris (2K) 5POW MZ602U(7.6.44),

MZ628(18.7.4), S/Ldr. C. Bull, (7K) MZ629B(12/13.5.4), F/O C. Campbell (6K)

MZ657K(5/6.7.4), F/O R. W. Harrison (1K) oto MZ658E(25/26.8.4), F/O R. W. Harrison ,all bail

MZ858Y(26.7.4), W/Cdr H. Dow (2K) 5POW MZ859A(28/29.7.4), P/O G. Baumann (6K) 1POW

NA514(9.7.4), NA515B(29.1.4),

NP692K(27.9.4),

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F/O G. Kercher, FS F. Longstaff, W/O2 F. Skeaff, F/Lt M. MacLeod, .

F/O R. W. Harrison Halifax III MZ-657K, swung off the runway 5/6.7.44 on takeoff and crashed, caught fire, and then exploded. Sgt F.

Samson RAF, F/O A. Phillips, F/O G. Dumville, W/O1 R. Hooker, F/Sgt J. Content

Sgt K. Taylor, W/O1 R. Hooker, the wireless operator, and F/Sgt J. Content, the mid upper gunner, helped the crew get out of the Halifax safely

before it blew up. Sadly F/O G. Dumville, the bomb aimer, died of his injuries

P/O F. Longstaff, (POW), Halifax III LW572 failed to return from Beaumont-sur-Oise 18.7.44

Sgt. R. Cole, F/O J. W.Dunn, Sgt. G. Jackson, P/O D.A.Cooper, Sgt. J. Williams, F/Sgt. W. Young, the pilot survived.

S/Ldr. C. Bull, Halifax III LW572 and crew failed to return from 18.7.44 operation.

P.O R. Heald, RAF P/O W. Abbott, RAF F/O F. Mitchell, RAF P/O L Robin, RAF Sgt. J. Lockett, RCAF Sgt. J. Blasko, RCAF

P/O P. Alp, RAF None survived.

W/Cdr H. Dow POW Halifax III MZ-858 coded SE-Y failed to return from 26.7.44 operation. F/Lt R. Martin RCAF–POW F/O K. Jones

RCAF–POW F/O D. Frauts RCAF–POW P/O H. Douglas RCAF–POW P/O R. Carter RCAF P/O E. Parker RCAF 2 crew were killed and 5

POWs after being hit by flak

P/O G. Baumann Halifax III MZ-859 coded SE-A, failed to return from 28/29.7.44 operation. Sgt J. Evans RAF P/O G. Sidebottom

RCAF F/O G. Miles RCAF P/O J. Smith RCAF Sgt G. Cuffe RCAF–POW P/O

W. Windsor RCAF 6 crew were killed and 1 POW after being shot down by flak.

F/O J. Harris Halifax III MZ-597 coded SE-B, failed to return from 28/29.7.44 operation. Sgt R. Haill RAF–POW F/O E. Gill

RCAF–POW Sgt F. Brown RCAF–POW Sgt C. Eastwood RAF–POW F/O A. Mills RCAF P/O T. Grant RCAF–POW, 2 crew were killed and

5 POWs after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

P/O J. Gustafson Halifax III LK-845 coded SE-J, failed to return from 28/29.7.44 operation. P/O C. McBrien RCAF F/O W.

McDonald RCAF P/O R. Stone RAF P/O J. Gardner RCAF P/O R. Miller RCAF P/O K. Miller RCAF All were killed.

F/O J. Collver Halifax III MZ-589 coded SE-H, failed to return from 28/29.7.44 operation. Sgt W. Desborough RAF F/O N. Bailey

RCAF F/O M. MacFarlane RCAF P/O W. Sorel RCAF P/O R. Leman RCAF P/O N. Jermey RCAF All were lost without a trace.

This was the worst night for 431 Squadron as they lost 5 crews.

P/O W. Aldred Halifax III LK-833R, failed to return from 28/29.7.44 operation. Sgt J. Prosser RAF F/O S. Redmond POW, P/O C.

Karrel, P/O J. Eadinger, P/O D. Miller, P/O K. Murray 6 crew were killed and 1 POW after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/O T. Dahle Halifax III MZ-372Y, failed to return 16/17.8.44 operation. Sgt S. Crawley RAF, F/Lt H. MacAllister, F/O C. O’Donnell

, P/O G. Germiquet, P/O J. Faragher, P/O D. Snell RAF. All killed crashed into sea

F/O R. W. Harrison Halifax III MZ658E, 25/26.8.44 returned to base, the weather was poor and they tried to go to Silloth where they ran

out of fuel.

P/O G. Little RAF, F/O A. Phillips , F/O J. Kwaitknowski, P/O R. Hooker, Sgt G. Ward, F/Sgt J. Content, Sgt K. Taylor all crew bailed out safely

P/O A. Park, Halifax III 434 failed to return 6.10.44 Sgt. T. Oldroyd, RAF F/O W. Sanders,

F/O J. Hagell, F/Sgt. W. Mann, F/Sgt. S. Mara, F/Sgt. D. Proudfoot, All were killed.

F/Lt R. Mead RCAF Halifax III LK-884X, failed to return . Sgt D. Guttridge RAF, F/Sgt D. Crosswaite RAAF, F/O L. Webley, F/O A.

Girolami,P/O J. Ouimet, /O J. Gravel All were killed after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

P/O W. Wilson Halifax III MZ-521T, failed to return The pilot killed, 2 evaded, and 4 POWs after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/O C. Campbell RCAF Halifax III MZ-629B, failed to return Sgt. J. MacPherson RAF, F/O S. Preston P/O A. Laturnus , P/O E. Empey

, P/O A. Yarrington 6 were killed and one evaded capture.

F/Lt R. Mead Halifax III LK-884 coded SE-X, failed to return from 8/9.5.44 operation. Sgt D. Guttridge RAF, F/Sgt D. Crosswaite

RAAF, F/O L. Webley RCAF, F/O A. Girolami RCAF P/O J. Ouimet RCAF, P/O J. Gravel

All were killed after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/O W. Wilson Halifax III MZ-521 coded SE-T, failed to return from 8/9.5.44 operation. Sgt H. Lee RAF–POW, W/O2 W. MacStocker

RCAF–POW , F/O K. Schubert RCAF–Evd W/O2 A. Casey RCAF–Evd , Sgt H. Walker RCAF–POW , Sgt G. Bull RCAF–POW . The pilot was

killed, 2 crew evaded, and 4 were taken POWs after being shot down by a Nightfighter

P/O C. Campbell Halifax III MZ-629 coded SE-B, failed to return from 8/9.5.44 operation. Sgt. J. MacPherson RAF, W/O2 C. Barzeele

RCAF--Evd , F/O S. Preston RCAF P/O A. Laturnus RCAF, P/O E. Empey RCAF, P/O A. Yarrington RCAF 6 were killed and one evaded

capture.

F/O L. Laing Halifax III MZ-907F, 6.10.44 were attacked by a JU-88, some strikes were seen. They landed at Wratting Common on return due to

poor weather at base

432 Squadron. EB137N, LK764F, 765H, 797N, 547X, 807J, LL432, East Moor (Feb-Jul 44)

"Leaside" (QO) LW582M, 584Y, 592A, 593'O, 595Q, 596D, 597C, 598K, 603E, 614S, 615U, 617J,

NP697E'Ferdinand' LW632W, 633'O, 672G, NA500'G', 527N, NG475L,

NP694R'ST Luke'

NP707W'Willy the Wolf' NP690G, 692D, 693Q, 697F, 703H, 707W, 722S, 736B, 797N, 802S, 803'I, 805J, 807P,

NP699O'Oscar Outlaw' PN208G, 224, 233D, RG451, 454P, 478U,

LW583L'Leaside Luke' NP736B'Buzzer' RG478U'Utopia'

RG478U'Utopia' NP689M'Midnight Mermaid’ total 34 lost on Ops.

LK766V, LK811N (27/28.5.4) P/O H. Menzies (4K) 2PW Bourg-leo

LV966P (14/15.6.4),

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LW583L (8/9.5.4)F/O R. Martin (3K) 2PW Haine St Pierre LW594G(8/9.5.4) F/O S. Hawkins (3K) 2PW Hain St Pie

LW506X(19/20.5.4), LW616R (12/13.6.4) L.Lauzon Cambrai

MZ506X (22/23.5.4), FS S. Kuleski (7K) LeMans MZ516 (16/17.6.44) F/O H. Morrow (3K) 4PW

MZ591K (28/29.6.4) P/O W. Fernyhough (6K) 1PW MZ601A(12/13.6.4). P/O J. McElheran (6K) 1PW Cambra

MZ616R (12/13.6.4), P/O L. Lauzon 5POW MZ859A (28/29.7.4),

NP675K (6.12.4), NP687A (25/26.7.4), W/C J.MacDonald (1K) Stuttgart

NP688X (25/26.7.4),F/Lt D.W.Johnson (6K) 1PW Stuttgart NP689K (15/16.3.5) Hagen

NP691V (14/15.1.5), NP692K (27.9.4), F/L J. Woodward rest bail Sterkrade

NP694R (8/9.4.5), NP695K (6.12.4), F/O G. Spiers (2K) 5POW

NP698X (25/26.7.4), NP699’O (18.12.4),

NP701G (18.12.4), F/O D. McKinnon (5K) NP702B (28/29.7.4), P/O E. Clarke (7K) Hamburg

NP704L (2/3.2.5), F/L G.Thomson (7K) NP705Y (13/14.4.5),

NP708E, F/O J. Gault, (1K) NP719N (15/16.9.4) P/O J. Gallagher (7K) Kiel

NP721X (5/6.12.4), F/O S. Dean NP723D (15/16.10.4), F/L D. Spellar (7K) Wilhelmshaven

NP738J (12.10.4), P/O H. Britton (1K) cr.on B Wanne-Eic NP759C (5/6.1.5), F/L J. Sales (2K) 5POW

NP801N (9/10.10.4)F/O R. Diamond all POW NP812 (20/21.2.5) F/O Baxter Worms

NP815A (6.11.4), F/O F. Eilertson, (2K) 5POW NP817D (5/6.1.5),

NP992F (4/5.11.4),

RG450Q, RG451D (20/21.2.5) E.S.Maguire Worms

RG455X (20/21.2.5) E.F.Patzer Mannheim RG475Z (5/6.3.5), E.Hayes Chemnitz

432 Squadron Pilots

F/Sgt J. Kicak from 432 P/O R. Campbell from 432 Squadron F/O J. Moffatt, F/O N. Currie, F/O V. Smith of 432 Squadron F/O W. Saye F/Lt W.

Tobias, F/O F. Jeffery, P/O R. Diamond, W/Cdr A. Lowe, F/O J. Webb, P/O A. Potter, F/O M. Krakowsky, Sgt L. McGuire, F/O J. Mills, F/O J.

Gault, F/O R. Lawrenson, F/O V. Johnston, and F/Lt G. Larson, F/O S. Dean, F/O G. Barron, F/O C. Hemming

P/O L. Mann W/C E. Hamber F/O G. Gonyou . F/O W. Saye, F/O N. Patterson, F/O C. Hemming, F/O D. McKinnon, F/Lt C. Fyfe, P/O J.

Hamilton, F/Lt L. Kropf, F/O A. Bews, F/O G. McNicoll, F/O F. Eilertson, P/O A. Stedman, F/O J. Mills, F/O F. Jeffery, F/O F. Horan, F/O J.

Gault, F/O S. Dean, F/O G. Barron, F/Lt J. Thompson, and F/Lt W. Miller from 432 Squadron .

F/O W. Vickerman,(Evd), and crew failed to return from Achhere 7/8.6.44 operation. Sgt. W. Dobson, RAF--Evd F/O E.

Watson,-POW, F/O C. Hoffman-POW, F/O L.O'Grady,-Evd Sgt.H.Beauchesne-Evd, P/O F.Layton, 1 killed, 2 POWs and 4 evaded.

F/Lt. J. H. Cooper, failed to return from 18.7.44 operation. They were hit by flak

Sgt. S. Wright, POW Sgt. H. Oakeby, RAF--Evd F/O R. Dryden, POW, W/O2 A. Zacharuk, Evd P/O R. Burton, W/O1 K. Elliott, POW. 6 of

the crew were able to get out. One was wounded and failed to leave the Halifax

F/O S. Dean Halifax VII NP-721X, 9/10.10.44 were attacked by an unidentified single and twin engine aircraft, there was no claims or damage.

F/O G. Barron Halifax VII NP-698U, 23.10.44 were attacked by a ME-110, there was no claim or damage

F/O C. Hemming Halifax VII NP-722S, had the rudder pin shear due to icing. They crash landed at Manston with no injury to the crew (23.10.44)

P/O H. Britton Halifax VII NP-738J, was hit by flak. Both outer engines were u/s, fuel tanks holed and killing F/O F. Todd, the bomb

aimer. As they were approaching Woodbridge on 2 engines, control was lost and they crashed a mile short of the runway, the rest of crew were

unjured.

F/Lt D. Spellar Halifax VII NP-723D, failed to return Wilhelmshaven 15/16.10.44 Sgt. C. Moss, RAF, F/O T. Fisher, F/O G. Gilbert,

Sgt. J. Hogg, Sgt. G. Cook, RAF, Sgt. K. Odobas, RAF All were killed.

F/O R. Martin Halifax III LW-583L, failed to return from Haine St Pierre 8/9.5.44 Sgt P. Mellor RAF, P/O K. Cannings . 3 killed, 2

evaded, and 2 taken as POWs after they were shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/O S. Hawkins Halifax III LW-594G, failed to return from Haine St Pierre 8/9.5.44. Sgt H. Ibbotson RAF, F/O A. Raetzen F/O W.

Parkinson . 3 killed, 2 POWs, and 2 evaded after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/Sgt S. Kuleski Halifax III MZ-506X, failed to return from LeMans 22/23.5.44 Sgt E. Horton RAF, F/O W. Matthews, F/Sgt B.

Richmond, W/O2 J. Desmarais, Sgt E. Boutilier, Sgt M. Wiwsianski, Sgt W. Crum All were killed.

F/Lt E. Maguire Halifax VII RG-451 coded QO-D, 20/21.2.5 were attacked by an unidentified enemy aircraft, possible rocket, it was

claimed damaged.

F/O E. Patzer Halifax VII RG-455-X, failed to return from Mannheim 20/21.2.5, Sgt C. Grant RAF F/O G. Henson –POW, F/O A.

May –POW, P/O F. Daley –POW, F/Sgt J. McIntosh –POW, P/O W. Mendenhall 4 crew were POWs and 3 were killed.

F/O Baxter Halifax VII NP812 failed to return from Worms 20/21.2.5: 4 killed and 3 POW’s

F/O S. Hawkins Halifax III LW-594 G, failed to return from Haine St Pierre 8/9.5.44 operation. Sgt H. Ibbotson RAF, F/O A. Raetzen

POW , Sgt M. O’Leary POW

F/O W. Parkinson, Sgt G. Hand RAF–Evd , Sgt R. Haxton Evd

3 crew were killed, 2 taken as POWs, and 2 evaded after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/O R. Martin Halifax III LW-583 L, failed to return from Haine St Pierre 8/9/5.. Sgt P. Mellor RAF, F/O L. Panzer Evd , F/O D.

D’Andrea Evd, P/O K. Cannings, Sgt K. McCartney POW , Sgt W. Cantlon POW

3 crew were killed, 2 evaded, and 2 taken as POWs after they were shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/Sgt S. Kuleski Halifax III MZ-506X, failed to return from Le Mans .22/23.5.44 Sgt E. Horton RAF, F/O W. Matthews, F/Sgt B.

Richmond,W/O2 J.Desmarais, Sgt E.Boutilier, Sgt M.Wiwsianski, Sgt W.Crum. All killed.

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P/O H. Menzies Halifax III LK-811N, failed to return Bourge/Leopold 27/28.5.44 Sgt R. Hall–POW, Sgt J. Clarke RAF, F/O

J.Gouinlock–Evd, F/O D.Rutherford–Evd, Sgt W.Rowan RAF–POW, P/O H. Rodgers, Sgt T. McClay RAF 2 crew evaded capture, 2 were

POWs and 4 killed.

P/O L. Lauzon POW Halifax III LW-616R, failed to return from Cambrai 12/13.6.44 operation.

Sgt J. Cakebread RAF–POW, W/O1 H. Hodder Evd, W/O2 G. Wallis POW W/O2 J. Oliver POW, Sgt C. Christoff Evd, Sgt J. Beattie POW. 5

crew were POWs and 2 evaded

P/O J. McElheran Halifax III MZ-601QO-A, failed to return from Cambrai 12/13.6.44 operation. Sgt A. Mellor RAF, P/O R.Botsford,

P/O W.Blanchard, P/O G.Dieno, Sgt R. Irwin RAF–Evd, Sgt P. Steers RAF, Sgt J. Ludwig POW. 6 killed, 1 POW & 1 evaded.

F/O H. Morrow, Halifax III MZ516 failed to return from 16/17.6.44 operation. Sgt. V. Herrick,-POW , F/O J. Slimmon-POW, Sgt.

R.Gelfand-POW, W/O1 L.McElroy-POW , P/O J.Johnston, P/O J.L.Shanks, 3 killed & 4 POWs

P/O W. Fernyhough Halifax III MZ-591-K, failed to return 28/29.6.44 P/O J. Hembry RAF, P/O J. Musser P/O H.Kennedy, P/O

P.Woolfenden RAF-POW, P/O R.McEwan F/Lt J.Williams 6 killed & 1 POW after being S/D by a Nightfighter.

W/C J.MacDonald-Evd Halifax VII NP-687A failed to return from Stuttgart 25/26.7.44. F/O H. Chamberlain RAF-Evd, F/Lt H.Kenley

RAF-Evd, F/O N.Gumsby-Evd, F/O W.Calderwood-Evd , F/O S. Wright

F/Sgt B. Gustafson-Evd. 6 evaded and 1 killed.

F/Lt D. Johnson Halifax VII NP-688-X failed to return from Stuttgart 25/26.7.44. Sgt F. Crawford RAF F/O G. Ellis-POW, F/O

K.Moss, F/O F.Wittmack, P/O J.Giles, P/O G. Martin 6 killed and 1 POW.

P/O E. Clarke Halifax VII NP-702B, failed to return from Hamburg 28/29.7.44 . P/O G. Bradshaw RAF P/O E. Bishop P/O W.

Brown , P/O H. Lewis P/O F. Burgess P/O J. Cook lost without a trace.

P/O J. Gallagher Halifax VII NP-719 QO-N, failed to return from Kiel 15/16.944 . Sgt C. Gill RAF F/O J. Leblanc , P/O H. McLeod

, P/O J. Labelle , P/O C. Crowe , P/O D. MacCarthy , All were killed

F/Lt J. Woodward 27.9.44 Halifax VII NP-692 QO-K hit by flak. There were holes in the fuselage and the pilot was severely injured

and the Halifax went into a steep dive. F/O C. Hay RCAF, the navigator was able to get the Halifax under control and the rest of the crew tended

to the injured skipper. F/O Hay flew the damaged Halifax to England and arriving over Woodbridge, it was found that the pilot’s parachute was

torn making it impossible for him the jump. F/O Hay then had to attempt a landing. Another aircraft came up to try to guide them in to a landing.

F/O Hay came in smoothly but after touch down, they bounced up and came down hard causing the under carriage to collapse. After they stopped

the Halifax caught fire and burned, but not before the crew was safely out. Sadly F/Lt Woodward died of his injuries the following day. F/O Hay

was awarded the Distinguished Service Order for this brave action.

F/O R. Diamond Halifax VII NP-801N failed to return 9/10.10.44 Sgt. K. Hutchinson RAF--POW F/Lt. W. Nicholson RCAF--POW

F/O W. Stohlberg RCAF--POW W/O2 G. Sharpe RCAF--POW

W/O2 H. Graham RCAF--POW F/Sgt M. Harrington RCAF--POW. Crews had seen that they had been hit by falling bombs. They were all POWs.

P/O H. Britton Halifax VII NP-738J, was hit by flak. Both outer engines were u/s, fuel tanks holed and killing F/O F. Todd, the bomb

aimer. As they were approaching Woodbridge on 2 engines, control was lost and they crashed a mile short of the runway

F/Lt D. Spellar Halifax VII NP-723D, 15/16.10.44 failed to return from Wilhelmshaven Sgt. C. Moss, RAF

F/O T. Fisher, RCAF F/O G. Gilbert, RCAF Sgt. J. Hogg, RCAF Sgt. G. Cook, RAF Sgt. K. Odobas, RAF All were killed.

F/Lt G. Thomson Halifax VII NP-704L, failed to return 2/3.2.45 P/O R. Silver , F/O H. Bloch, F/O J. Robinson, W/O2 A. Jones, Sgt

R. Vallier, P/O W. Haryett All were killed.

F/Lt. J. Sales, RCAF Halifax VII NP-759C, failed to return, 5/6.1.45 P/O C. McInnes, 2 killed & 5 POWs.

F/O D. McKinnon RCAF Halifax VII NP-701G, failed to return . F/Sgt A. Eccleston RAF, F/O D. Hitchcock F/O G. March, P/O E.

Harvey, P/O E. Farrell, Sgt J. Harvey Only the rear gunner and pilot survived.

F/O G. Spiers Halifax VII NP-695K, failed to return 6.12.44 W/O1 J. Chalmers . 5 POWs & 2 killed.

F/O F. Eilertson, (POW) Halifax VII NP-815A, failed to return , P/O T. McAran,, P/O. N. Stuttle,

The 2 gunners were killed and the rest were POWs.

F/O J. Gault, RCAF Halifax VII NP-708E, was hit by flak, there were holes in the fuselage. and P/O W. Border, RAF Flt/E, was killed.

They landed at Woodbridge on return.

433 Squadron HX268A, 272' ', 280'O, 282K, 283R, 284B Skipton-on-Swale(Nov 43 - Jan 45)

"Porcupine"(BM) HX285E, 287U, 288F, 289T, 290V, 291W, 292G,

HX285E'European Express' LV842D, 967B, LW361R, 368L,

LV967B'Beer is Best' MZ285H, 417Q, 419M, 425L, 435D, MZ818E, 857N, 883S, 845D, 872Q, 905J,

MZ879O'Oscar' MZ909H, 944M, NP935,.937R, 949R, NR120A, 137G,

HX291W'Whacky' PB893G, 903F, 921Q, PN229 total 19 lost on Ops. (converted to Lancaster , Feb 1945)

MZ808P'Pride of the Porcupines' MZ807C'Corkscrew Charlie'

HX275S(16/17.8.4) R.Simpson cr.on base Hamburg HX281H(29.1.4),

HX353X(4/5.7.4) J.Beveridge Villeneuve HX291W

LV797(30.6.4), LV840(23.4.4) J.Bourgeault

LV841H(24.3.4) LV911'I(4/5.7.4) W.Wright Villeneuve

LV966P(14/15.6.4) R.Porter Cambrai LV990J (22.4.4) G.Burns

LW120E(4/5.7.4) B.Yunker Villeneuve LW123W((4/5.7.4) W.Baird Villeneuve

LW129G(6.10.4) W.Ritchie LW129G (6/7.10.4) G.Valentine Dortmund

MZ807C(2/3.12.4) W.Cooke MZ808P(16/17.8.4) J.Morgen Kiel

MZ816W(28/29.7.4) J.Armstrong Hamburg MZ828H (5.8.4) J.Harrison Foret de Nieppe

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MZ863I(16/17.8.4) J.C.Valk Kiel MZ879'O(31.8.4) J.Beveridge St Malo

MZ899D(16/17.8.4) J.G.Savard Kiel

NP992F(4/5.11.4) R.Mountford Bochum

433 Squadron Pilots

F/O W. Miller

P/O R. Porter Halifax III LV-966 BM-P failed to return from Cambrai 14/15.6.44 Sgt D. Wood RAF, F/Sgt J. Rathbone RAF, F/O

C.Ramsdell USAAF, P/O L.Bonnett, P/O D.Wallbank, FS J.Buckingham"../buckingham.html" All were killed.

P/O G. Wolstencroft POW . Halifax III HX-353 BM-X, failed to return from Villeneuve 4/5.7.44 Sgt S. Chambers RAF–POW F/Sgt H.

Perganter Evd, P/O H. Brewer , Sgt A. Hutchinson Evd, Sgt D. MacLean Evd.

4 crew members evaded, 2 were POWs and one was killed

F/Lt B. Yunker Halifax III LW-120 BM-E, failed to return from Villeneuve 4/5.7.44 Sgt G. Watmough RAF–POW F/O M. Evd , F/O

S. Hetherington POW, P/O P. Scullion POW, F/Sgt L. Grenon POW, P/O W. Gracie 1 crew member evaded, 4 POWs and 2 were killed after

they were shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/O W. Baird Halifax III LW-123 BM-W, failed to return from Villeneuve 4/5.7.44. Sgt J. Marler RAF F/O J. Harvie POW * P/O D.

Wilson , P/O R. Longley , P/O T. Jenkins , P/O W. Winder 6 crew were killed and 1 POW after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

* F/O Harvie has written a book about his story, called “"http://www.mcgill.ca/mqup/harvie.htm"”, ISBN-0-7735-1350-7. well worth reading.

P/O W. Wright Halifax III LV-911 BM-I crashed on takeoff, the crew was not injured

F/O J. Armstrong Halifax III MZ-816 -W, failed to return from Hamburg 28/29.7.44 Sgt G.Stonham RAF F/O W.Martineau POW,

F/O R.James POW, W/O1 J.Robertson POW, P/O T.Owen , P/O R.Robinson 4 killed & 3 POWs

F/O R. Simpson Halifax III HX-275 BM-S was hit by flak, F/O G. Dandy RCAF, the bomb-aimer was slightly injured and the rudder

controls were shot off. The Halifax was brought back to England by operating the rudders manually from the rear of the aircraft. Sgt. W. Purdie

RAF F/O R. Woodhouse , F/O G. Dandy , W/O2 Benoit ,

Sgt. R. Budd , Sgt. O. Brown . They could not land so the crew bailed out over their base safely.

F/O J. Harrison Halifax III MZ-828 coded BM-H, returned on 3 engines 5.8.44. On their first attempt they overshot the airfield. On the

second try, they lost control and crashed at Skipton Bridge, (P)F/O J. Harrison & (FE) Sgt D. WhitebreadRAF, were killed & rest were injured.

P/O J. Savard Halifax III MZ-899 coded BM-D, failed to return Kiel 16/17.8.4, Sgt G. Lilley RAF

F/O H. Grimble , F/O J. Baillargeon , P/O B. Bercuson , P/O M. Fairall , P/O A. Drennan All were killed.

F/Lt J.Valk Halifax III MZ-863 coded BM-I, failed to return from Kiel 16/17.8.44 . Sgt R. Atkinson RAF P/O J. Tolmie , F/O G.

Scott , F/O J. Sprott , P/O T. Baker , F/O M. Fleming All killed

F/Lt J. Morgan Halifax III MZ-808 coded BM-P, failed to return Kiel 16/17.8.44 operation. Sgt R. Young RAF, F/O G. Gill POW, F/O

J. Clerc , F/Sgt C. Stewart, F/Sgt J. Moffat, F/O P. Marchildon POW. 5 killed & 2 POWs.

F/O J. Beveridge, Halifax III MZ879’O’failed to return from Ile de Cezembre 31.8.44 operation. Sgt. C. Garrett, RAF,P/O. F. Harman,

P/O W. Long, P/O L. Guernsey, P/O G. Pharis, P/O J. Hawkins, Other crews saw this aircraft go into a stall and slam into the ocean. There were

no survivors.

F/O G. O’Grady Halifax III MZ-909H, were attacked by a unidentified enemy aircraft, there was no damage but some strikes were seen.

F/Lt D. McGrath Halifax III MZ-807C, 5/6/.10.44 were attacked by an unidentified enemy aircraft. There was no claim or damage. They landed at

Tholthorpe on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Watson Halifax III NP-944M, 5/6.10.44 were attacked by a JU-88. P/O J. Zereikin RCAF, the rear gunner, was killed and the rear turret,

fuselage and port wing were damaged. On the second pass, many strikes were seen in the cockpit, wing and engine area. The JU-88s wheels came

down, it flipped on its back and dove vertically to the sea. It was claimed destroyed. The crew landed safely at Carnaby without further damages.

P/O G. Valentine RCAF--POWHalifax III LW-129G, failed to return 6.10.44 Sgt. A. Dollery, RAF

W/O1 J. Lee, RCAF--POW F/O H. English, RCAF--POW P/O J. Tazuk, RCAF P/O A. McGraw, RCAF

P/O W. Ritchie, RCAF 4 crew were killed and 3 POWs after being shot down by flak after bombing

F/O T. Kelly Halifax III MZ-815X, 6.10.44 were hit by falling incendiaries over the target, the nose was blown off and F/Sgt N. Dixon RCAF, the

bomb aimer was injured. They were also attacked by a JU-88, there was no claim or damage.

F/O R. Mountford Halifax III NR-120A, 6.10.44 were attacked by a unidentified single engine aircraft, there was no claim or damage. They landed

at Chedburgh on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O J. Smale landed at Mildenhall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O M. MacLeod Halifax III NP-999W, 15/16.10.44 were attacked by a FW-190, there was no claim or damage, although some strikes were seen.

They landed at Stradishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O R. Mountford Halifax III MZ-910Y, 24/25.10.44 were attacked by an unidentified single engine aircraft. Many strikes were seen and the

enemy aircraft caught fire, flipped onto its back and dove vertically to the ground. It was claimed probably destroyed. They landed safely on return

at Kinloss

F/Lt W. Cook RCAF Halifax III MZ-807C, failed to return Sgt R. Ainsworth RAF, F/O J. Grant RCAF, F/O R. Shiells RCAF, F/O J. Pittman

RCAF, P/O J. Ash RCAF 6 crew were killed and one injured.

434 Squadron EB219, 220B, EB258T Croft (May - Dec 44)

"Bluenose"(WL) DK248K, 251F, 260M, 261, 262R, LL134 , 136E, 137D, 168S, 171T, 173K, 179K, 243U, 247, 285K, 288P,

EB217A LK634T, 666T, 669Z, 708L, 709E, 886D, 894K, 907M, 916'0', 953C, 945'T/O

'Alley Oop' LW171M, 389F, 422W, 689K, 716, MZ405F, 421A, 716, 846T, 921Q, 939W, 961N

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LL288P MZ276Y, 358R, 421A, 626T, 749P, 714H, 913J,

'Popeye' NA497C, 510, 552U, NP118U(18.12.4), 626T,749P,

EB220B'Pubwash' NR115K, 118S(18.12.4), NR121B, 134Z, 144S, 145L

NA497C’Pubwash II’ total 18 lost on operations (converted to Lancaster X, Dec.44)

EB217A (22/23.10.3) J.Bryan EB218N (22/23.10.3) A.FryRAF

EB254D (19/20.11.3) R.Hughes EB255P (22/23.8.3)

EB256S(29.1.4), (1K)

EB258T (17/18.8.3) F.Piper EB276G (17/18.8.3) G.Johnston

DK258X (27/28.8.3) T.Thould DK259L (29/30.9.3) J.ClaryUSAAF

DK260M (17/18.8.3) I.Colquhoun DK261V (23/24.8.3) R.McLernon

LK634T (29/30.9.3) C.Popplewell LK638V (3/4.10.3) H.German

LK647C (8/9.10.3) F.Small LK648F (27/28.9.3) J.HallasRAAF

LK663F (22/23.10.3) S/L W.Thompson LK666T (22/23.10.3) A.Naddeau

LK693A (18/19.11.3) K.Smith LK702E (22/23.11.3) B.Tedford

LK786S (12/13.8.4) J.Wagman Brunswick LK792N (29.1.4)

LK801D (29.1.4) LK893U (18/19.11.3) E.Ellis

LK894K (30/31.8.3) F.Lever LK917X (27/28.9.3) O.Lytle

LK919R (27/28.9.3) R.Smith LK953C (22/23.11.3) R.Savage

LK990X (19/20.11.3) W.Winning

LL786S(14.8.4), LL792N(29.1.44),

LL801D(29.1.44),

LW173K(12/13.6.44) W/C C.Bartlett Cambrai LW175Q(12/13.8.44) D.McIntyre Brunswick

LW433W(29.1.44),(17.6.4) LW436Y (4.8.4) R.Lang Bois de Casson

LW437X(28/29.7.4), LW437X(28/29.7.4) F.Sawyer Hamburg

LW596Z(28/29.7.4) I.Alexander Bois de Casson LW684'O(9.6.44),

LW713P(12/13.6.4) W.Wood Cambrai

MZ293S(12/13.6.44) F.Tandy Cambrai MZ297Z(29.1.44),

MZ420F(28.10,4) F.Hart cr lld Liston Cologne MZ713P(12/13.6.44),

MZ878E, MZ908O(19.9.4) L.Lees Domburg

MZ920C (14.10.4) D.Z.Wood Duisburg

NR114U (1/2.11.4) J.C.Badgley NR144S

434 Squadron Pilots

Sgt F. Hart from 434 squadron F/O W. Dumas S/Ldr B. Imrie, and F/O C. Chapman from 434 F/O G. Eccelstone .

F/Lt C. Porter Halifax III MZ-921Q, 9/10.10.44 were attacked by a FW-190, there was no claim or damage.

F/O G. Eccelstone Halifax III MZ-358R, 9/10.10.44 were attacked by an ME-410, there was no claim or damage

F/Lt. D. Wood, Halifax III MZ920C(14.10.4), had the stbd outer catch fire after takeoff, crashed at Church Lawford Sgt. G. Grant, RAF

F/O W. Ewing, F/O W. Sterling, F/Sgt. O. Stamtis, Sgt. O. Parsons, Sgt. D. Ward,

The crew tried to get to the airfield at Church Lawford. The wing burned off and 2 crew members were able to get out before the Halifax crashed

to the ground.

Sgt F. Hart Halifax III MZ-420 WL-F, had the stbd outer catch fire on return. 28.10.44 Crew were not able to put the fire out and they

were forced to bail out. P/O L Garding, F/O R. Birch, Sgt. J. Banville, P/O D. Noble, P/O W. Newman. The Halifax crashed near Liston.

F/Lt J. Francis Halifax III MZ-421A,30/1.10.44 were attacked by a JU-88, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Fulbeck on

return.

F/Lt C. Porter Halifax III MZ-878Y, 23.10.44 were attacked by a ME-262. There was no claim or damage.

F/Lt J. Parrott RCAF Halifax III NR-118U, failed to return P/O L. Janzen RCAF, F/O S. Pearce RCAF, P/O A. Kurtzhals RCAF, P/O H.

Brown RCAF W/O2 A. Divitcoff RCAF, W/O2 G. Olafsen RCAF

6 crew were killed and one bailed out over allied territory.

W/O1 C. Ferris RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III NR-144 coded WL-S from 434 squadron, was hit by flak, there were holes in the

fuselage. The wireless operator, W/O1 S. Martin , was fatally injured. The bomb aimer, navigator and Flt/Engineer were also injured.

F/O J.Badgley, flying Halifax III NR-114 WL-U,failed to return from this 1/2.11.44. P/O D.JonesRAF, F/O R.Halfnight,POW, P/O

R.Murphy, W/O2 L.Gobel,POW, P/O D.Brown, P/O A.Best, 5 crewmembers were killed and 2 were POWs.

W/O1 C. Ferris RCAF Halifax III NR-144S from 434 squadron, was hit by flak, there were holes in the fuselage. The wireless operator, W/O1 S.

Martin, was fatally injured. The (B), (N) and Flt/Eng were also injured.

W/O1 C. Ferris RCAF Halifax III NR-144S from 434 squadron, was hit by flak, there were holes in the fuselage. The wireless operator, W/O1 S.

Martin, was fatally injured. The (B), (N) and Flt/Eng were also injured.

F/L G. Thomson Halifax VII serial NP-704L, failed to return P/O R. Silver, F/O H. Bloch, F/O J. Robinson, W/O2 A. Jones, Sgt R.

Vallier, P/O W. Haryett All were killed.

F/L J.Sales, RCAF Halifax VII NP-759C, failed to return, P/O C. McInnes, 2 killed & 5 POWs.

F/O D. McKinnon Halifax VII NP-701G, failed to return . FS A.Eccleston RAF, F/O D.Hitchcock, F/O G.March, P/O E.Harvey, P/O E.Farrell,

Sgt J. Harvey . Only the rear gunner and pilot survived.

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F/O G.Spiers Halifax VII NP-695K, failed to return W/O1 J.Chalmers 5 POWs & 2 killed.

F/O F.Eilertson(POW) Halifax VII NP-815A, failed to return , P/O T.McAran, , P/O. N.Stuttle, The 2 killed &the rest were POWs.

F/O J. Gault, RCAF Halifax VII NP-708E, was hit by flak, there were holes in the fuselage. and P/O W. Border, RAF (F/E) was killed. They

landed at Woodbridge on return.

P/O H. Britton RCAF Halifax VII NP-738J, was hit by flak. Both outer engines were u/s, fuel tanks holed and killing F/O F. Todd (BA). As they

were approaching Woodbridge on 2 engines, control was lost and they crashed a mile short of the runway, the rest of crew were unjured.

F/L D.Spellar Halifax VII NP-723D, failed to return Sgt. C.MossRAF, F/O T.Fisher, F/O G.Gilbert, Sgt. J.Hogg, Sgt. G.Cook, RAF,

Sgt. K.Odobas, RAF All were killed.

F/O R. Martin Halifax III LW-583L, failed to return Sgt P.MellorRAF, P/O K.Cannings, 3 killed, 2 evaded, and 2 POWs after they

were shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/O S.Hawkins Halifax III LW-594G, failed to return . Sgt H.Ibbotson RAF, F/O A.Raetzen, F/O W. Parkinson , 3 killed, 2 POWs, and

2 evaded after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

FS S.Kuleski RCAF Halifax III MZ-506X, failed to return Sgt E.HortonRAF, F/O W Matthews, F/Sgt B.Richmond, W/O2 J.Desmarais

Sgt E.Boutilier, Sgt M.Wiwsianski, Sgt W.Crum All were killed.

Halifax Operations 2/3.4.43 4 Hali(Halifax’s) from 405 & 408 Squadrons were joined by 4 Wimpy‘s(Wellington’s) from 425 and 426 Sqdn(Squadron’s)

on St.Nazaire. over the target at between 13/ 16,000 feet, releasing 45,000 lbs of high exp(explosives). This was the first Ops(operation) for #408

on Hal

3/4.4.43 22 Hali from 405, 408, & 419 Sqdn were on an attack at Essen. over the target at between 15/ 19,000 feet, releasing 19 tons of

high explosives and 74,000 lbs of incendiaries. the weather was clear and the target was severely damaged. This was the first mainland operation

for #419 Sdrn on Hali

4/5.4.43 23 Hali from 405, 408, & 419 Sqdn were joined by 119 Well from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 428, 429, and 431 Sqdn on an

attack at Kiel. over the target at between 14,and 19,000 feet, releasing 1263.5 tons of high explosives and 328,000 lbs of incendiaries. the target

was cloud covered and bombing was scattered.

6/7.4.43 10 Hali from 405 & 408 Sqdn were joined by 5 Well from 431 Sqdn on a mining operation to La Rochelle and Brest. The

crews were over the garden at between 700 and 1,000 feet, sowing 26@1500 lb mines.

8/9.4.43 15 Hali from 405, 408, & 419 Sqdn were joined by 64 Well from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 428, 429, and 431 Sqdn on an attack

at Duisberg. The crews were over the target at between 15,and 20,000 feet, releasing 42 tons of high explosives and 137,000 lbs of incendiaries. the

target was cloud covered and bombing was scattered

10/11.4.43 24 Hali from 405, 408, & 419 Sqdn were joined by 94 Well from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 428, 429, and 431 Sqdn on an attack

at Frankfurt. over the target at between 12,and 20,000 feet, releasing 60 tons of high explosives and 189,000 lbs of incendiaries. the target was

cloud covered and the attack was scattered

14/15.4.43 30 Hali from 405, 408, & 419 Sqdn were joined by 91 Well from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 428, 429, and 431 Sqdn on an attack

at Stuttgart. over the target at between 12,and 20,000 feet, releasing 21 tons of high explosives and 236,000 lbs of incendiaries, the weather was

clear and much damage was caused to the industrial area, including a large rail repair shop

16/17.4.43 27 Hali from 408 & 419 Sqdn were ordered on Pilsen. over the target at between 7,and 14,000 feet, releasing 52 tons of high

explosives and 31,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, this attack was a failure as there was no damage to the Skoda armaments factory

20/21.4.43 21 Hali from 408 & 419 Sqdn were ordered on Stettin. over the target at between 13,and 18,000 feet, releasing 15 tons of high

explosives and 53,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, this attack was very successful with severe damage being caused

26/27 4.43 17 Halifaxes from 408 & 419 Sqdn were joined by 74 Wellingtons from 420, 425, 426, 427, 428, 429, and 431 Sqdn on an

attack at Duisberg. over the target at between 14,and 19,000 feet, releasing 83 tons of high explosives and 119,000 lbs of incendiaries. According

to reports, there was some damage but the main weight of the attack missed the target

27/28.4.43 19 Hali from 408 & 419 Sqdn were joined by 15 Well from 426, 427, & 429 Sqdn on a mining operation to the Frisian Islands,

Texel, and Brest. over the gardens at between 500 and 2,000 feet, sowing 52@1500 lb mines. This was the last operation for #427 on Wellingtons

28/29.4.43 19 Hali from 408 & 419 Sqdn were joined by 25 Well from 426, 427, 428, 429, and 431 Sqdn on a mining operation to the

Frisian Islands, Heligoland and the Kattegat. over the garden at between 400 and 800 feet, sowing 132@1500 lb mines

30.4/1.5.43 20Hali from 408 & 419 Squadrons on an operation to Essen. over the target at between 17, and 19,000 feet, releasing 14 tons

of high explosives and 43,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud covered with some new damage caused.

4/5.5.43 32 Hali from 408 & 419 Sqdn were joined by 47 Well from 426, 428, 429, and 431 Sqdn on an attack at Dortmund. over the

target at between 12,and 21,000 feet, releasing 63 tons of high explosives and 183,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was accurate and severe

damage was caused including 2 steel factories and the dock area.

12/13.5.43 19 Hali from 408 & 419 Sqdn were joined by 51 Well from 426, 428, 429, and 431 Sqdn on an attack at Duisberg. over the

target at between 13,and 20,000 feet, releasing 35 tons of high explosives and 153,000 lbs of incendiaries, the weather was clear and severe

damage was caused to the port area and industrial sector, including the Thyssen steel works

13/14.5.43 26 Hali from 408 & 419 Sqdn were joined by 47 Well from 426, 428, 429, and 431 Sqdn on an attack at Bochum. over the

target at between 12,and 20,000 feet, releasing 56,5 tons of high explosives and 138,000 lbs of incendiaries. , the bombing was accurate with

serious damage being caused

23/24.5.43 28 Hali from 408 & 419 Sqdn were joined by 63 Well from 426, 428, 429, 431, and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Dortmund. over

the target at between 16,and 20,000 feet, releasing 72.5 tons of high explosives and 195,000 lbs of incendiaries, the weather was good and the

target was severely damaged.

25/26.5.43 9 Hali from 408 Sqdn were joined by 62 Well from 426, 428, 429, 431, and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Dusseldorf. over the

target at between 13,and 20,000 feet, releasing 47 tons of high explosives and 133,000 lbs of incendiaries, was cloud covered and bombing was

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scattered.

27/28.5.43 23 Hali from 408 & 419 Sqdn were joined by 33 Well from 426, 428, 429, 431, and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Essen. over the

target at between 14,/ 19,000 feet, releasing 48.5 tons of high explosives and 134,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud covered, was

scattered.

29/30.5.43 38 Hali from 408, 419, & 427 Sqdn were joined by 55 Well from 426, 428, 429, 431, and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Wuppertal.

over the target at between 12,and 19,000 feet, releasing 49 tons of high explosives and 213,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was accurate and

severe damage was done. This was the first operation for #427 on Halifax

11/12.6.43 51 Hali from 408, 419, & 427 Sqdn were joined by 63 Well from 426, 428, 429, 431, and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Dusseldorf.

over the target at between 12,and 15,000 feet, releasing 72.5 tons of high explosives and 275,000 lbs of incendiaries, severe damage was caused

12/13.6.43 38 Hali from 408, 419, & 427 Sqdn were ordered on an attack at Bochum. The crews were over the target at between 16,and

20,000 feet, releasing 32 tons of high explosives and 123,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud covered but severe damage was done

19/20.6.43 42 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Sqdn were ordered on an attack to Le Creusot. over the target at between 5,and 8,000 feet,

releasing 160 tons of high explosives. This attack was aimed at the Schneider armaments factory and the Breuil steel factory. Some damage was

caused to these factories.This was the first operation by #428 on Halifax.

21/22.6.43 44 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Sqdn were joined by 42 Well from 429, 431, and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Krefeld. over the

target at between 16, and 19,500 feet, releasing 62 tons of high explosives and 253,000 lbs of incendiaries, the bombing was accurate and severe

damage was caused.

22/23.6.43 25 Hali from 408, 419, & 427 Sqdn were joined by 33 Well from 429, 431, and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Mulheim. over the

target at between 15,and 22,000 feet, releasing 34 tons of high explosives and 139,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was accurate and severe

damage was caused.

24/25.6.43 37 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Sqdn were joined by 38 Well from 429, 431, and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Wuppertal. over

the target at between 12, and 20,000 feet, releasing 48 tons of high explosives and 188,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was accurate and severe

damage was caused.

25/26.6.43 29 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Sqdn were joined by 11 Well from 429, 431, and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Gelsenkirchen.

over the target at between 16,and 23,000 feet, releasing 34 tons of high explosives and 129,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud cover and

bombing was scattered.

28/29.6.43 30 Hali from 408, 419, & 427 Sqdn were joined by 29 Well from 429, 431, and 432 Squdn, on an attack at Cologne. The crews

were over the target between 16,and 20,000 feet, releasing 39 tons of high explosives and 155,000 lbs of incendiaries. The target was cloud

covered, but the crews were able to seriously damage large sectors of the city, with many industrial sites hit.

2/3.7.43 8 Hali from 408 & 427 Sqdn were joined by 12 Well from 429, 431, and 432 Sqdn on a mining operation to Brest, St.

Nazaire, and the Frisian Islands. over the gardens at between 500 and 3,000 feet, sowing 44@1500 lb mines

3/4.7.43 42 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Sqdn were joined by 34 Well 429, 431, and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Cologne. over the

target at between 16,and 21,000 feet, releasing 102.5 tons of incendiaries and 52 tons of high explosives, bombing was accurate and serious

damage was caused.

9/10.7.43 41 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Sqdn were ordered on an attack at Gelsenkirchen. over the target at between 14,and 21,500

feet, releasing 140,000 lbs of incendiaries and 35 tons of high explosives, bombing was light but a synthetic oil plant was damaged

13/14.7.43 48 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Sqdn were joined by 21 Wellfrom 429 and 432 Sqdnon an attack at Aachen. over the target

at between 15, and 20,500 feet, releasing 224,000 lbs of incendiaries and 47 tons of high explosives, bombing was accurate and severe damage was

caused

24/25.7.43 47 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Sqdn were joined by 21 Well from 429 and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Hamburg. over the

target at between 16,and 21,000 feet, releasing 47 tons of high explosives and 222,000 lbs of incendiaries. This was the first time window was

used, the weather was clear over the target and severe damage was caused.

25/26.7.43 47 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Sqdn were joined by 17 Well from 429 and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Essen. over the target

at between 17,and 20,000 feet, releasing 101 tons of incendiaries and 42 tons of high explosives, bombing was concentrated and severe damage

was caused to the Krupp complex

27/28.7.43 60 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Sqdn were joined by 18 Well from 429 and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Hamburg. over the

target at between 10,and 20,500 feet, releasing 60 tons of high explosives and 250,000 lbs of incendiaries. Along with the other 700 aircraft from

Bomber command and with the use of Window, this attack was devastating. Huge fires were started, and coupled with high temperatures and low

humidity, square miles of the city burned to the ground with enormous casualties.

29/30.7.43 59 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Sqdn were joined by 23 Well from 429 and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Hamburg. over the

target at between 16,and 22,000 feet, releasing 68 tons of high explosives and 256,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was accurate / severe damage

to the city.

30/31.7.43 33 Hali from 408, 419, 427, & 428 Squadrons were ordered on an attack at Remscheid. over the target at between 17,and

20,000 feet, releasing 33tons of high explosives and 128,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, bombing was accurate and severe damage

was caused

2/3.8.43 54 Hali from 408, 419, 427 & 428 Sqdn were joined by 19 Well from 429 and 432 Sqdn on an attack at Hamburg. over the

target at between 15,and 20,000 feet, releasing 20 tons of high explosives and 110,000 lbs of incendiaries. This attack was a failure due to severe

icing and thunder storms to and from the target

9/10.8.43 39 Hali from 419, 427 &428 Sqdn were order to attack Mannheim. over the target at between 17, and 20,000 feet, releasing

129,000 lbs of incendiaries and 33 tons of high explosives. According to reports, the target was cloud covered and the attack was scattered

10/11.8.43 41 Hali from 419, 427 & 428 Sqdn were ordered on an attack at Nurnberg. The crews were over the target at between 17,000

and 21,000 feet, releasing 120,000 lbs of incendiaries and 40,000 lbs high explosives. According to reports, there was some cloud, but serious

damage was caused central and southern sectors of the city.

12/13.8.43 47 Hali from 419, 427, 428, & 434 Sqdn were ordered to attack Milan. over the target at between 17, and 21,000 feet, releasing

22 tons of high explosives and 132,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, 4 major industrial complexes and the main railway station were

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damaged This was the first operation by #434 on Halifax

17/18.8.43 54 Hali from 419, 427, 428, and 434 sqdn were joined by 9 Lancs from 426 sqdn, on an attack of the experimental rocket site

at Peenemunde. over the target at between 7,and 9,000 feet, releasing 167.5 tons of high explosives and 3,600 lbs of incendiaries. The target was

successfully hit, and the V-2 rocket program was set back. The first 2 waves of bombing did not suffer many losses but the 3rd wave, which

included the 6 group, were attacked fiercely by Nightfighters. This was also the first night of the master bomber technique, and of the slanted

cannon by the German airforce, that would take down so many bombers in the months to come.

This was also the first operation by 426 squadron since converting to the Lancaster II

22/23.8.43 55 Hali from 419, 427, 428, & 434 sqdn were joined by 8 Lancs from 426 sqdn on an attack at Leverkusen. over target at

between 17, and 21,000 feet, releasing 77 tons of high explosives and 185,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud covered and bombing was

scattered.

23/24.8.43 59 Hali from 419, 427, 428, & 434 sqdn were joined by 8 Lancs from 426 sqdn on an attack at Berlin. over the target at

between 18,and 22,000 feet, releasing 65 tons of high explosives and 126,000 lbs of incendiaries. , this attack was successful with serious damage

being caused in some industrial areas

27/28.8.43 55 Hali from 419, 427, 428, & 434 sqdn were joined by 11 Lancs from 426 sqdn on an attack at Nurnberg. over the target at

between 17,and 20,000 feet, releasing 71 tons of high explosives and 130,000 lbs of incendiaries, most of the bombing south and eastern sectors

with some in open country

30/31.8.43 51 Hali from 419, 427, 428 & 434 sqdn were joined by 11 Lancs from 426 sqdn and 14 Well from 432 sqdn on an attack at

Munchen Gladbach. over the target between 17,and 20,000 feet, releasing 87 tons of high explosives and 233,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target

was clear of cloud and severe damage was caused.

31.8/1.9.43 48 Hal from 419, 427,428 & 434 Sqdn were joined by 11 Lancs from 426 Sqdn on an attack at Berlin. over the target at

between 17,and 23,000 feet, releasing 44tons of high explosives and 115,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud covered and bombing was

scattered. There was many night fighters operating, most of the crews falling to their guns

2/3.9.43 18 Hali from 419,427, 428, & 434 sqdn were joined by 2 Lancs from 426 sqdn, and 12 Well from 432 sqdn, on a

mining operation to the Frisian Islands. The crews were over the garden at between 1,and 6,000 feet, sowing 74@1500 lb mines.

5/6.9.43 49 Hali from 419, 427, 428, & 434 sqdn were joined by 6 Lancs from 426 sqdn on an attack at Mannheim. over the

target at between 17,and 21,000 feet, releasing 55tons of high explosives and 113,000 lbs incendiaries. , the target was clear of cloud and severe

damage was caused.

15/16.9.43 63 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429 &434 sqdn were ordered to attack the Dunlop rubber factory at Montlucon. over the target at

between 6,and 10,000 feet, releasing 58 tons of high explosives and 228,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was accurate and severe damage was

caused to the complex.

16/17.9.43 56 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, & 434 Squadrons were ordered to attack the rail yards in Modane. over the target at between

14,and 19,000 feet, releasing 7,000 lbs of incendiaries and 107.5 tons of high explosives, this target was in a steep valley and the marking was not

accurate so bombing was scattered.

22/23.9.43 69 Hali from 419, 427, 428, & 429 Sqdn plus 6 Lancs from 426 Sqdn were joined by 14 Well from 432 Sqdn on an attack at

Hannover. over the target at between 15,and 22,000 feet, releasing 275,000 lbs of incendiaries and 91 tons of high explosives, the visibility was

good but bombing missed the target

23/24.9.43 58 Hali from 419, 427, 428, & 434 sqdn were joined by 5 Lancs from 426 sqdn on an attack at Mannheim. over the target at

between 15,and 22,000 feet, releasing 65 tons of high explosives and 223,000 lbs of incendiaries. , bombing was concentrated and severe damage

was caused.

27/28.9.43 73 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, & 434 Sqdn were joined by 9 Well from 432 Sqdn on an attack at Hannover. over

the target at between 17,and 21,000 feet, releasing 229,000 lbs of incendiaries and 62 tons of high explosives, most of the bombing missed the

target to the north.

29/30.9.43 72 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, & 434 sqdn were ordered on an attack at Bochum. over the target at between

17,and 22,000 feet, releasing 35 tons of high explosives and 136,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was accurate and severe damage was caused.

2/3.10.43 12 Hali from 431 and 434 sqdn were joined by 12 Well from 432 sqdn on a mining operation to Heligoland and the

Baltic. The crews were over the garden at between 3,and 7,000 feet, sowing 32@1500 lb mines

3/4.10.43 75 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, & 434 sqdn were ordered on an attack at Kassel. over the target at between

17,and 20,500 feet, releasing 68 tons of high explosives and 261,000 lbs of incendiaries, some important industrial buildings were destroyed.

4/5.10.43 54 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, & 434 sqdn were ordered to attack Frankfurt. over the target at between

16,and 22,000 feet, releasing 58 tons of high explosives and 229,000 lbs of incendiaries. the weather was clear and severe damage was caused to

the eastern sector of the city including the inland port and docks

8/9.10.43 16 Lancs from 408 and 426 sqdn were joined by 70 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, 434 sqdn and 14 Well from

432 sqdn on an attack at Hannover. over the target at between 18,and 22,000 feet, releasing 136 tons of high explosives and 294,000 lbs of

incendiaries. According to reports, the sky was clear and an accurate attack was made with severe damage being caused.

22/23.10.43 85 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431 & 434 sqdn were joined by 22 Lancs from 408 and 426 sqdn on an attack at

Kassel. over the target at between 15,and 21,000 feet, releasing 98 tons of high explosives and 328,000 lbs of incendiaries, the attack was

accurate and concentrated with total devastation of this town. Twelve 6 Group crews failed to return from this operation.

3/4.11.43 25 Lancs from 408 and 426 sqdn were joined by 90 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, & 434 squadrons on an attack

at Dusseldorf. over the target at between 18,and 22,000 feet, releasing 73 tons of high explosives and 419,000 lbs of incendiaries, most of the

attack fell in the southern sectors with severe damage to some industrial premises, including the Mannesmann steel factory

11/12.11.43 20 Hali from 419, 427, 428, & 429 were order to attack the rail yards at Cannes. over the target at between 12,and

14,000 feet, releasing 40 tons of high explosives and 19,000 lbs of incendiaries, the rail sheds were damaged with some bombing creeping into the

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19/20.11.43 66 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, & 434 were ordered on an attack at Leverkusen. over the target at between

17,and 23,000 feet, releasing 58 tons of high explosives and 243,000 lbs of incendiaries, weather was poor, and with equipment problems with

the pathfinders, the attack was scattered with very little damage

22/23.11.43 27 Lancs from 408 and 426 sqdn were joined by 83 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, & 434 sqdn on an attack at

Berlin. over the target at between 18,and 22,000 feet, releasing 125 tons of high explosives and 382,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud

covered but serious damage was caused to the central and west areas of the city

23/24.11.43 19 Lancasters from 408 and 426 sqdn were ordered on an attack at Berlin. The crews were over the target at between

20,and 21,000 feet, releasing 34 tons of high explosives and 55,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud covered with more damaged being

caused.

25/26.11.43 88 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, & 434 sqdn were ordered on an attack at Frankfurt. over the target at between

18,and 22,000 feet, releasing 80 tons of high explosives and 352,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud covered and the attack was scattered

with some damage.

3/4.12.43 19 Lancs from 408, 426, & 432 Sqdn were joined by 78 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, & 434 Sqdn on an attack at

Leipzig. over the target at between 17,and 23,000 feet, releasing 89 tons of high explosives and 280,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was accurate

and serious damage was caused.

20/21.12.43 33 Lancs from 408, 426, & 432 Sqdn were joined by 83 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, & 434 Sqdn on an attack at

Frankfurt. over the target at between 17,and 22,000 feet, releasing 144 tons of high explosives and 427,000 lbs incendiaries, some bombing was

situated around a decoy fire but creep back brought the bombing back into the city. Some serious damage was caused.

24/25.12.43 20 Hali from 429 & 431 Sqdn were ordered on a mining operation the Frisian Islands. The crews were over the garden at

between 6,and 7,000 feet, sowing 38@1500 lb mines

29/30.12.43 39 Lancs from 408, 426, & 432 Sqdn were joined by 90 Halifaxes from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, and 434 sqdn on an attack

at Berlin. over the target at between 18,and 24,000 feet, releasing 150 tons of high explosives and 432,000 lbs of incendiaries, there was thick

cloud over the target with some damage.

4/5.1.44 18 Hali from 419 & 428 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Brest. The crews were over the garden at between

14,and 15,000 feet, sowing 44@1500 lb mines

6/7.1.44 12 Hali from 419 & 428 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Brest and St. Nazaire. The crews were over the

garden at between 14, and 15,000 feet, sowing 36@1500 lb mines

20/21.1.44 47 Lancs from 408, 426, & 432 sqdns were joined by 99 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, 433, & 434 sqdns on an attack

at Berlin. over the target at between 16,and 23,000 feet, releasing 171 tons of high explosives and 491,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud

covered and bombing was scattered.

21/22.1.44 45 Lancs from 408, 426 & 432 sqdns were joined by 69 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, 433, & 434 sqdns on an attack

at Magdeburg. over the target at between 18,and 23,000 feet, releasing 14.5 tons of high explosives and 454,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to

reports, the attack was scattered with little damage.

28/29.1.44 33 Lancs from 408, 426 & 432 sqdns were joined by 90 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 429, 431, 433, & 434 squadrons on an

attack at Berlin. over the target at between 18,and 23,500 feet, releasing 140 tons of high explosives and 359,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing

caused serious damage as there was broken cloud and the target could be seen

30/31.1.44 37 Lancs from 408, 426, & 432 sqdns were joined by 10 Hali from 433 sqdn on an attack at Berlin. over the target at

between 20, and 23,000 feet, releasing 80 tons of high explosives and 145,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud covered with serious

damage in the central and southwestern sectors

2/3.2.44 22 Hali from 419, 428, & 433 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Kiel Bay. The crews were over the garden

15,000 feet, sowing 60@1500 lb mines

3/4.2.44 11 Hali from 419 & 428 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to La Rochelle. The crews were over the garden at

15,000 feet, sowing 18@1500 lb mines

5/6.2.44 11 Hali from 419 & 428 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Oslo. The crews were over the garden at 15,000 feet,

sowing 30@1500 lb mines

10/11.2.44 6 Hali from 419 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to St.Nazaire. The crews were over the garden at 15,000 feet,

sowing 12@1500 lb mines

11/12.2.44 8 Hali from 428 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to Brest. The crews were over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing

16@1500 lb mines

12/13.2.44 6 Hali from 419 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to the Frisian Islands. The crews were over the garden, sowing

10@1500 lb mines.

15/16.2.44 32 Lancs from 408 & 426 sqdns were joined by 118 Hali from 419, 420, 424, 425, 427, 428, 429, 431, 433, & 434 sqdns on

an attack at Berlin. over the target at between 17,and 24,000 feet, releasing 62 tons of high explosives and 515,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target

was partially cloud covered but many important industrial buildings were hit in the Siemensstadt area

19/20.2.44 31 Lancs from 408 & 426 Sqdns were joined by 98 Hali from 419, 420, 424, 425, 427, 428, 429, 431, 433, and 434 Sqdns

on an attack at Leipzig. The crews were over the target at between 19,and 25,000 feet, releasing 56 tons of high explosives and 422,000 lbs of

incendiaries, the target was cloud covered and the attack was scattered. The crews were met by strong winds and fierce fighter attacks. 18 crews, or

128 men failed to return from operations.

20/21.2.44 25 Lancs from 408 & 426 sqdns were joined by 40 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, & 433 sqdns on an attack at Stuttgart.

over the target at between 19,to 24,000 feet, releasing 50 tons of high explosives and 201,000 lbs of incendiaries. , the target was cloud covered and

the attack was scattered. There was some severe damage to a Bosch factory that made important parts for the German war effort.

21/22.2.44 10 Hali from 428 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to La Rochelle. The crews were over the garden at between 12,000

and 15,000 feet, sowing 20@1500 lb mines

22/23.2.44 9 Hali from 419 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to Heligoland. All crews were recalled to base.

24/25.2.44 35 Lancs from 408 & 426 sqdns were joined by 52 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 432 & 433 sqdns on an attack at Schweinfurt.

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over the target at between 17,and 26,000 feet, releasing 68 tons of high explosives and 251,000 lbs of incendiaries, was scattered.

25/26.2.44 19 Lancs from 408 & 426 Squadrons were joined by 44 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 432, & 433 Squadrons, on an attack at

Augsburg. over the target at between 16,and 25,000 feet, releasing 38 tons of high explosives and 184,000 lbs of incendiaries, the weather was

clear and severe damage was caused

1/2.3.44 30 Hali from 420, 425, & 432 sqdns were ordered on an attack at Stuttgart. over the target at between 18,and 24,000 feet,

releasing 48 tons of incendiaries. According to reports, the target was cloud covered which kept the night fighters at bay, but the Bosch and

Daimler-Benz industrial factories were further damaged along with other industrial sites in the western part of the city

2/3.3.44 63 Hali from 419, 428, 429, 431, & 434 squadrons were ordered on an attack of the aircraft factory at Meulan Les Mureaux.

over the target at between 4,and 7,000 feet, releasing 320 tons of high explosives. the factory was seriously damaged

3/4.3.44 19 Hali from 419 & 428 squadron were ordered on a mining operation to the Gironde Estuary. over the garden at 15,000 feet,

sowing 36@1500 lb mines

4/5.3.44 19 Hali from 419 & 428 squadrons were ordered on a mining operation to Brest. over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing

20@1500 lb mines

6/7.3.44 119 Hali from 419, 420, 424, 425, 427, 428, 429, 431, 432, 433, & 434 sqdns were ordered on an attack of the rail yards at

Trappes. over the target at between 12,and 17,000 feet, releasing 667 Tons of high explosives, bombing was accurate and enormous damage was

done to the rolling stock, tracks and buildings

7/8.3.44 24 Lancs from 408 & 426 Sqdns were joined by 116 Hali from 419, 420, 424, 425, 427, 428, 429, 431, 432, 433, & 434 Sqdns

on an attack of the rail yards at Le Mans. over the target at between 12,and 14,000 feet, releasing 509.5 tons of high explosives, the rail yards were

severely damaged but some bombs fell among residential areas with French casual

11/12.3.44 24 Hali from 419, 428, 431, and 434 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Lorient, Brest, St. Nazaire, and Terschelling

Island. over the gardens at between 2,000 and 15,000 feet, sowing 36@1500 lb mines.

13/14.3.44 109 Hali from 419, 420, 424, 425, 427, 428, 429, 431, 432, 433, & 434 sqdns were ordered on an attack of the rail yards at Le

Mans. over the target at between 12, and 14,500 feet, releasing 521.5 tons of high explosives, the rail yards were severely damaged and 2 nearby

factories were also damaged. There was however some french casualties surrounding the rail yards

15/16.3.44 29 Lancs from 408 & 426 squadrons were joined by 101 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 432, & 433 squadron on an attack

at Stuttgart. over the target at between 18, and 24,000 feet, releasing 32 tons of high explosives and 402,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to

reports, some damage was caused.

16/17.3.44 50 Hali from 419, 428, 431, and 434 Squadrons were ordered on an attack of the rail yards at Amiens. The crew were over the

target at between 12,and 14,000 feet, releasing 268.5 tons of high explosives. According to reports there was severe damage to the rail yards

18/19.3.44 25 Lancs from 408 & 426 Squadrons were joined by 94 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 432, & 433 Sqdns on an attack at

Frankfurt. over the target at between 18,and 23,000 feet, releasing 36.5 tons of high explosives and 411,000 lbs of incendiaries, target marking was

accurate and serious damage was caused

21/22.3.44 5 Hali from 419 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Kiel Bay. All crews recalled by 6 group & returned safely to base

22/23.3.44 27 Lancs from 408 & 426 Squadrons were joined by 73 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 432, & 433 Sqdns on an attack at

Frankfurt. over the target at between 20,and 25,000 feet, releasing 27 tons of high explosives and 408,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was

accurate and severe damage was caused.

23/24.3.44 51 Hali from 419, 428, 431, & 434 squadrons were ordered to attack the rail yards at Laon. over the target at between 12, and

14,000 feet, releasing 137 tons high explosives. According to reports, some bombing hit the target but bombing was stopped early as the attack was

getting scattered.

24/25.3.44 23 Lancs from 408 & 426 Sqdns were joined by 90 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 432, & 433 Sqdns on an attack at Berlin.

over the target at between 19,and 24,000 feet, releasing 24 tons of high explosives and 409,000 lbs of incendiaries, there was severely high winds

and the attack was scattered. This was another terrible night as 72 crews failed to return due to being blown off course and over heavy flak defenses

25/26.3.44 9 Lancs from 408 & 426 squadrons were joined by 63 Hali from 419, 420, 424, 425, 427, 428, 429, 431, 432, & 434 sqdns on

an attack of the rail yards at Aulnoye. over the target at between 7, and 8,500 feet, releasing 336 tons of high explosives, the target was not marked

accurately and the attacked failed.

26/27.3.44 21 Lancs from 408 & 426 squadrons were joined by 84 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 432, & 433 squadrons on an attack

at Essen. over the target at between 17, and 24,000 feet, releasing 36 tons of high explosives and 400,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was

accurate with severe damage being caused.

29/30.3.44 49 Hali from 419, 427, 428, 431, & 434 sqdns were ordered on an attack of the rail yards at Vaires. over the target at between

12, and 13,000 feet, releasing 235 tons of high explosives, this attack took place in a bright moonlight and severe damage was caused. 2

ammunition trains blew up with great force

30/31.3.44 25 Lancs from 408 & 426 Sqdns were joined by 93 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 432, & 433 Sqdns on an attack at

Nurnberg. over the target at between 18, and 23,000 feet, releasing 49 tons of high explosives and 396,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was

scattered due to many fighter attacks and some bombing fell on Schweinfurt due to a wind. This was a most terrible night for bomber command, as

108 aircraft were missing or destroyed in crashes This number was never exceeded.

1/2.4.44 22 Hali from 419 and 434 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to the Frisian Islands. over the garden at 6000 feet,

sowing 50@1000 lb and 22@1500 lb mines

8/9.4.44 8 Hali from 419 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to Texel. over the garden at 2,000 feet, sowing 16@1500 lb mines

9/10.4.44 9 Lancs from 408 and 426 sqdns were joined by 100 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 432, and 433 sqdns on an attack on the

rail yards at Villeneuve St.Georges. over the target at between 13,and 17,000 feet, releasing 525.5 tons of high explosives, the rail yards were

damaged with bombing creeping into the residential area

11/12.4.44 15 Hali from 424 and 433 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to the Kattegat. over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing

26@1500 lb mines

12/13.4.44 25 Hali from 419, 428, and 434 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Heligoland. over the garden at 15,000 feet,

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13/14.4.44 6 Halifaxes from 428 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to Le Havre and Cherbourg. over the garden at between 8,000

and 8,500 feet, sowing 12@1500 lb mines.

17/18.4.44 12 Hali from 428 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to Kiel Bay. over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing 24@1500 lb mi

18/19.4.44 25 Lancs from 408 and 426 sqdns were joined by 112 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 431, 432, and 433 Sqdns on an attack

of the rail yards at Noisy Le Sec. over the target at between 14,/ 16,000 feet, releasing 725 tons of high explosives, there was severe damage to the

rail yards, but the bombing also spilled into the town causing civilian casualties

20/21.4.44 154 Hali from 419, 420, 424, 425, 427, 428, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were ordered to attack the rail facilities at Lens.

over the target at between 8,/ 12,000 feet, releasing 867.5 tons of high explosives, the yards were accurately bombed with severe damage

21/22.4.44 20 Hali from 424 and 434 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation the Brest and the Frisian Islands. over the garden at

between 12,/ 15,000 feet, sowing 40@1500 lb mines

22/23.4.44 23 Lancs from 408 and 426 sqdns were joined by 114 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 431, 432, and 433 sqdns on an attack

at Dusseldorf. over the target at between 16,/ 22,000 feet, releasing 142 tons of high explosives and 469,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to

reports, bombing was accurate and severe damage was caused

23/24.4.44 37 Hali from 419, 428, and 434 Sqdns were ordered on a mining operation the Kadet Channel and Rugen Island. The crews

were over the gardens at 15,000 feet, sowing 74@1500 lb mines.

24/25.4.44 21 Lancs from 408 and 426 sqdns were joined by 116 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 431, 432, and 433 Sqdns on an attack

at Karlsruhe. over the target at between 15,/ 23,000 feet, releasing 124 tons of high explosives and 401,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to

reports, the target was cloud covered and bombing was scattered. All crews commented on the severe icing to this target

26/27.4.44 24 Lancs from 408 and 426 sqdns were joined by 94 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 429, 431, 432, and 433 Sqdns on an attack at

Essen. over the target at between 20,/ 24,000 feet, releasing 35.5 tons of high explosives and 500,000 lbs of incendiaries, the weather was clear and

severe damage was caused.

29/30.4.44 18 Hali from 428 and 434 Sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to the Frisian Islands. over the garden at between 8,000

and 15,000 feet, sowing 14@1500 lb and 10@2000 lb mines.

30/1.5.44 114 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 Sqdns were ordered to attack the rail yards at Somain. over the

target at between 6,/ 8,500 feet, releasing 598 tons of high explosives. According to reports the target was clear but many loads fell in open

country.

1/2.5.44 26 Lancs from 408, 419, and 426 Sqdns were joined by 89 Hali from 420, 425, 427, 429, 431, 432, and 434 Sqdnss on an

attack of the rail yards at St. Ghislain. over the target at between 6,/ 9,500 feet releasing 586.5 tons of high explosives. bombing was accurate and

severe damage was caused to the rail yards

3/4.5.44 22 Hali from 428 and 433 Sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Brest, Morlaix, St. Malo, Le Havre, St. Nazaire, and

Cherbourg. The crews were over the garden at between 8,/ 15,000 feet sowing 44@1,500 lb mines.

4/5.5.44 8 crews from 424 Sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to Le Havre, Cherbourg, St. Malo and Morlaix. They were over

the gardens at 15,000 feet, sowing 16@1,500 lb mines. The crews departed base at between 22:39 and 22:48, they were over the gardens at

between 00:50 and 01:40, returning to base at between 02:18 and 03:42.

5/6.5.44 18 Hali from 428 and 433 Sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Brest, Morlaix, St. Malo, Le Havre, and Cherbourg.

The crews were over the garden at between 8,000 and 15,000 feet sowing 36@1,500 lb mines.

7/8.5.44 56 Hali from 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, and 432 sqdns were ordered to attack the coastal guns at St. Valery en Caux. The

crews were over the target at between 5,000 and 8,000 feet, releasing 602,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the attack was not

successful.

8/9.5. 44 13 Lancs from 408 sqdn were joined by 59 Hali from 420, 425, 426, 431, and 432 sqdns on an attack of the rail yards at Haine

St. Pierre. over the target at between 6,/ 8,500 feet, releasing 358.5 tons of high explosives, the bombing was concentrated and severe damage was

caused to the rail yards and locomotive shops.

9/10.5.44 20 Lancs from 408 and 419 Sqdns were joined by 88 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 433, and 434 Sqdns on an attack

of 2 coastal gun batteries at Calais and St. Valery en Caux. over the targets at between 5,/ 11,000 feet, releasing 464 tons of high explosives.

According to reports, they were accurately bombed.

10/11.5. 44 24 Lancs from 408 and 419 sqdns were joined by 90 Hali from 420, 425, 426, 428, 429, and 433 sqdns on an attack of the rail

yard at Ghent. over the target at between 9,/ 11,000 feet, releasing 957,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, this attack was successful.

11/12.5. 44 26 Lancs from 408 and 419 Sqdns were joined by 80 Hali from 424, 427, 428, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 Sqdns on an attack

of the rail yards at Boulogne. over the target at between 10/ 13,000 feet, releasing 460 tons of high explosives, some bombing hit the yards but

much missed and fell into the town.

12/13.5.44 12 Lancs from 419 Sqdn were joined by 96 Hali from 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, and 432 Sqdns to attack the rail yards at

Louvain. Bombing was accurate and severe damage was caused to the rail yards.

14/15.5. 44 10 Hali from 428 Sqdn were ordered on a mining operation. over the garden at 8,000 feet sowing 20@1,500 lb mines.

15/16.5. 44 12 Hali from 433 Sqdn on a mining operation to the Kattegat. over the garden at 15,000 feet sowing 20@1,500 lb mines.

19/20.5.44 15 Lancs from 408 Sqdn were joined by 42 Hali from 420, 425, and 426 Sqdns on an attack of the coastal guns at

Merville-Franceville. over the target at between 7,/ 8,500 feet, releasing 159 tons of high explosives, there was haze over the target and bombing

was scattered.

20/21.5. 44 12 Hali from 424 sqdn on a mining operation to the Kattegat. over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing 22@1500 lb mines

21/22.5.44 23 Hali from 428 and 433 Sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Heligoland and the Frisian Islands. The crews were

over the gardens at 15,000 feet, sowing 88@1000 lb mines

23/24.5.44 4 Hali from 428 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to Le Havre and Cherbourg. The crews were over the gardens at

between 8,/ 15,000 feet, sowing 8@1500 lb mines

24/25.5.44 30 Lancs from 408 and 419 Sqdns were joined by 60 Hali from 424, 427, 429, and 433 Sqdns on an attack of the 2 railyards at

Aachen. The crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 810,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, one rail

yard was severely damaged with some damage to the others.

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26/27.5.44 6 Hali from 424 Squadron were ordered on a mining operation to Le Havre and Cherbourg. The crews were over the gardens

at 15,000 feet, sowing 24@1500 lb mines

27/28.5.44 32 Lancs from 408 and 419 Sqdns were joined by 117 Halifaxes from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Squadrons on an

attack of the military camp at Bourg Leopold. The crews were over the target at between 8,000 and 12,000 feet, releasing 1,191,000 lbs of high

explosives. According to reports, bombing was accurate

28/29.5.44 6 Hali from 433 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to Le Havre. The crews were over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing

20@1000 lb mines

29/30.5.44 3 Hali from 428 sqdn were ordered on a mining to Dunkirk and the Dutch Coast. The crews were over the gardens at between

5,000 and 9,000 feet, sowing 12@1500 lb mines.

31/1.6. 44 31 Lancs from 408 and 419 Sqdns were joined by 109 Halifaxes from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 433 Squadrons on an

attack of a coastal radio transmitting station at Au Fevre. The crews were over the target at between 8,000 and 10,500 feet, releasing 1,205,000 lbs

of high explosives. According to reports, the target was severely damaged with most of the radio masts being destroyed 27 Halifaxes from 431

and 434 Squadrons were ordered on an attack Leubringhen. The crews were over the target at between 11,400 and 14,000 feet, releasing 178,000

lbs of high explosives.

1/2.6.44 10 Hali from 428 sqdn were sent on a mining operation to the Dunkirk, Flushing, and Den Helder areas. The crews were over

the garden at 7,000 feet, sowing 40@1850 lb. mines

2/3.6.44 56 Hali from 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns joined 14 Lancasters from 408 to attack a heavy gun battery at Neufchatel. The

crew were over the target between 6,000 and 8,000 feet, dropping 620,000 lbs of high explosives.

3/4.6.44 25 Hali from 428 and 433 sqdns were sent on a mining operation to Le Havre, Den Helder, and the Dunkirk areas. The crews

were over the gardens at 8000 feet, sowing 100@1500 lb. mines

4/5.6.44 55 Hali from 427, 429, 431, and 434 sqdns were joined by 14 Lancs from 419 sqdn on an attack against the coastal guns at

Calais. This attack took place between 6,000 and 8,000 feet with 550,000 lbs. of high explosives being directed at the guns. The weather was clear

and the guns were well hit.

5/6.6.44 192 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 428, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 32 Lancs from 408 and 419

sqdn. All targets were coastal gun batteries protecting the Normandie beaches. All attacks were made from between 9,000 to 12,000 feet unloading

1,860,000 lbs. of high explosives on the coastal guns at Longues, Houlgate, and Merville-Franceville. These attacks were all made through 10/10

cloud cover.

6/7.6.44 44 Lancs from 408 and 419 Sqdns were joined by 204 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 428, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434

Sqdns on attacks of road and rail centres at Coutances and Conde sur Noireau. The crews were over the targets at between 2,000 and 4,000 feet,

releasing 1,976,000 lbs of high explosives.

7/8.6.44 23 Lancs from 408 and 419 sqdns were joined by 97 Hali from 420, 425, 426, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns in attacking

the road/rail junction at Acheres and the rail yards at Versailles. The crews were over the targets at between 3,000 and 7,000 feet releasing 930,000

lbs of high explosives. According to reports, these targets were accurately bombed

8/9.6.44 26 Lans from 408, 419, and 426 Sqdns were joined by 89 Hali from 420, 425, 427, 429, 431, 432, and 434 Sqdns on an attack

of the rail yards at St. Ghislain. The crews were over the target at between 6,000 and 9,500 feet releasing 1,173,000 lbs of high explosives.

According to reports bombing was accurate and severe damage was caused to the rail yards.

8/9.6.44 70 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 sqdns were joined by 10 Lancs from 408 sqdn on an attack of the rail yards

at Mayenne. The purpose of this attack was to stop German reinforcements from reaching the battle area. The crews were over the target at

between 3,000 and 7,000 feet, releasing 648,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, this attack was successful.

9/10.6.44 76 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 431, 432, and 434 sqdns were joined by 24 Lancs from 408 and 419 sqdns in attacking the

airfield at Le Mans. The crews were over the target from between 1,000 and 7,000 feet releasing 838,000 lbs of high explosives. According to

reports this attack was successful and the airfield was well hit.

10/11.6.44 100 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 10 Lancs from 419 sqdn on an attack of

the rail yards at Versailles. The crews were over the target from between 6,000 and 8,000 feet releasing 788,000 lbs of high explosives. The rail

yards were well hit

11/12.6.44 5 Hali from 428 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to Lorient and St. Nazaire. The crews were over the garden at 8,000

feet, releasing 20@1500 lb mines

12/13.6.44 32 Lancs from 408 and 419 Sqdns were joined by 60 Hali from 420, 425, 426, and 432 Sqdns on an attack of the rail yards at

Cambrai. The crews were over the target at between 4,000 and 6,000 feet, releasing 745,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, this

attack was accurate with serious damage being done.

14/15.6.44 37 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 sqdns were joined by 155 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434

squadrons on an attack of the rail yards at St. Pol and Cambrai. The crews were over the target at between 6,000 and 13,000 feet, releasing

1,518,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, there was some haze and cloud over the targets and bombing was scattered

15/16.6.44 130 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 32 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428

squadrons on an attack of the dock and harbour area of Boulogne. Crews were over the target at between 9,000 and 17,000 feet, releasing

1,623,000 lbs of high explosives

16/17.6.44 63 Hali from 426, 431, 432, and 434 sqdns were joined by 37 Lancsfrom 408, 419, and 428 sqdns on an attack of the oil plant

at Sterkrade-Holten. Over the target between 17,000 /20,000 feet, releasing 878,000 lbs of high explosives through thick cloud. This attack wasn’t

very successful due to the cloud cover and the fact that the German fighter controller had his fighters orbit a beacon not far from the flight path.

Many crews failed to return for that reason

17/18.6.44 90 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 sqdns were joined by 12 Lancs from 408 sqdn in an attack of the V-1

site at Oisemont-Neuville in the Pas de Calais area. The crews were over the target from between 9,000 to 13,000 feet, releasing 808,000 lbs of

high explosives. The attack was made through thick cloud.

18/19.6.44 5 Hali from 428 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to St. Peters and St. Malo. The crews were over the garden at 10,000

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feet, sowing 20@1500 lb mines

21.6.44 66 Hali from 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns were joined by 39 Lancs from 408, 419 and 428 sqdn on an attack on a V-1 site at

St.Martin L’Hortier. The crews were over the target at between 15,000 and 17,000 feet, releasing 830,000 lbs of high explosives. The target was

cloud covered at the time of the attack.

23/24.6.44 65 Hali from 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns were joined by 39 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 sqdns on an attack of a V-1 site at

Bientques. The crews were over the target at between 10,000 and 14,000 feet, releasing 865,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the

target was well hi

24.6.44 99 Hali from 424, 427, 429, 431, 433, and 434 sqdns were ordered to attack a V-1 launching site at Bonnetot. The sky was

clear and the crews bombed from between 12,000 and 14,500 feet, releasing 753,000 lbs of high explosives accurately on target

24/25.6.44 38 Lancs from 408, 419 and 428 sqdns were joined by 65 Hali from 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns on an attack of a V-1

launching site at Bameries. The crews were over the target at between 11,000 and 13,000 feet, releasing 860,000 lbs of high explosives. According

to reports, it was a clear night with accurate bombing.

25.6.44 101 Hali from 424, 427, 429, 431, 433, and 434 sqdns were ordered on an attack of a V-1 launching site at Gorenflos. Over

the target at between 12,000 and 13,000 feet, releasing 776,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the weather was clear and the target,

accurately bombed.

26/27.6.44 8 Hali from 428 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to St.Nazaire and Lorient. Over the garden at between 11,/ 14,000

feet sowing 24@1500 lb mines

27/28.6.44 41 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 sqdns were joined by 169 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434

sqdns on attack of 2 V-1 sites at Wizernes and Foret D’Eawy in the Pas de Calais area. Over the targets at between 12,/ 14,000 feet, releasing

1,513,000 lbs of high explosives, all attacks were successful

28/29.6.44 100 Hali from 424, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 sqdns were ordered on an attack of the rail yards at Metz. Over the target at

between 12,/ 15,000 feet, releasing 686,000 lbs of high explosives, the rail yard was accurately bombed with much damage caused

1.7.44 11 Hali from 420, 425, 426, 431, 432, and 434 sqdrns were ordered on an operation to the V-1 launching site at Biennais.

Over the target at between 12,/ 14,000 feet, releasing 797,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the target was cloud covered

4.7.44 99 Hali from 420, 425, 426, 431, 432, and 434 sqdns were ordered on an attack of a V-1 site at Biennais. Over the target at

between 12,/ 13,500 feet, releasing 786,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the sky was clear and this site was accurately bombed.

4/5.7.44 38 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 sqdns were joined by 64 Hali from 424, 427, 429, and 433 sqdns on an attack of the Rail

yards at Villeneuve St.Georges. Over the target at between 9,/ 13,000 feet, releasing 791,000 lbs of high explosives, the target was accurately

bombed with severe damage to the rail yards.

5/6.7.44 100 Hali from 420,425,426,431,432,434 Sqdrns were ordered on an attack at V-1 sites at Biennais. Over the target at between

10,/11,000 feet, releasing 794,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the night was clear and the was target accurately bombed

6.7.44 31 Lancaster from 408 and 419 sqds were joined by 59 Hali from 424, 427, 429, and 433 sqdns on an attack of a V-1 storage

site at Siracourt. Over the target at between 12,/ 13,000 feet, releasing 746,000 lbs of high explosives, the target was free of cloud and bombing

was accurate.

6/7.7.44 12 Lancs from 408 sqdn were joined by 48 Hali from 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns on an attack of the V-1 site at Coquereaux.

Over the target at between 12,/ 13,000 feet, releasing 389,000 lbs of high explosives, the target was clear and accurate bombing took place.

7/8.7.44 27 Lancs from 408 and 419 sqdns were joined by 61 Hali from 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns on an attack at Caen in support of

the ground troops. Over the target at between 7,/ 9,000 feet. Releasing 504 tons of high explosives, the weather was clear and bombing was

accurate.

8/9.7.44 6 Hali from 424 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to Lorient and St. Nazaire. Over the garden at 10,000 feet, sowing

21@1500 lb mines.

9.7.44 8 Lancs from 419 Sqdn were joined by 92 Hali from 424, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 Sqdns on an attack on the V-1

launching sites at Mont Candon and Ardouval. Over the targets at between 10,/ 12,000 feet, releasing 773,000 lbs of high explosives. According to

reports, there was cloud and some of the bombing was scattered

10/11.7.44 8 Hali from 433 squadron were ordered on a mining operation to the Frisian Islands. Over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing

32@1500 lb mines

12.7.44 27 Lancs from 408 and 419 sqds were joined by 65 Hali from 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns on an attack of a V-1 storage site

at Thiverny. Over the target at between 14,/ 15,000 feet, releasing 991,000 lbs of high explosives, the weather was good and the target was well hit.

12/13.7.44 91 Hali from 424, 427, 429, 431, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 8 Lancs from 428 sqdn on an attack of 2 V-1 launching

sites at Bremont and Acquet. Over the targets at between 9,/ 10,000 feet, releasing 780,000 lbs of high explosives, both targets were well hit.

14/15.7.44 50 Hali from 424, 427, 429, and 433 sqdns were ordered on an attack of a V-1 launching site at Anderbelck. Over the target at

between 12,/ 13,000 feet, releasing 389,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the weather was good and the site was accurately bombed

15/16.7.44 27 Lancs from 408 and 419 sqdns were joined by 64 Hali from 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns on an attack of the Nucourt V-1

storage site and the launching site at Bois des Jardines. Over the targets at between 6,000 and 12,000 feet, releasing 1,023,000 lbs of high

explosives. According to reports, both targets were accurately bombed.

17/18.7.44 8 Hali from 424 sqdn were on a mining operation to Heligoland. Over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing 32@1500 lb mines.

18.7.44 42 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 sqdrns were joined by 155 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434

sqdns on a number of attacks in the Caen and Mondeville areas. These attacks were made at dawn in direct support of the army. All the crews were

over the targets from between 7,000 to 9,000 feet, unloading 1,750,000 lbs of ordinance. The German troops on the ground were hit hard and this

was one of the best bombing raids that supported the army. A total of 6,800 tons of ordinance was dropped.

18/19.7.44 42 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 sqdns were joined by 111 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 sqdns on an

attack on the oil plant Wesseling. Over the target at between 11,000 and 14,000 feet, releasing 1,286,000 lbs of high explosives. According to

reports, the weather was clear and severe damage was done to this facility

19/20.7.44 6 Hali from 433 sqdn were on a mining operation to Heligoland. Over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing 24@1500 lb mines.

20.7.44 41 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 sqdns were joined by 157 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434

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sqdns on a series of attacks on V-1 launching sites in the Pas de Calais area. These attacks took place from between 13,000 to 15,000 feet with

1,590,000 lbs of ordinance being dropped on L’Hey, Anderbelck, Ferme du Forestal, and Ferme du Grand Bois.

23/24.7.44 100 Hali from 424, 426, 427, 429, 431, 433, and 434 sqdns were ordered on an attack of the oil facilities at Donges. Over the

target at between 12,000 and 14,000 feet, releasing 806,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the weather was clear and severe damage

was caused, plus a ship was sunk in the harbour.

25/26.7.44 37 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 sqdns were joined by 140 Halifaxes from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and

434 sqdns on an attack at Stuttgart. Over the target at between 16,000 and 21,000 feet, releasing 829,000 lbs of high explosives. According to

reports, this attack was successful and severe damage was caused

28/29.7.44 46 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 Squadron were joined by 186 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 425, 427, 429, 431, 432,

433, and 434 Sqdns on an attack at Hamburg. Over the target at between 16,000 and 22,000 feet, releasing 2,019,000 lbs of high explosives.

According to reports, some bombing fell into the port area, otherwise the attack was scattered. On this attack, 6 Group suffered their highest losses.

22 crews failed to return.

30.7.44 99 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 433 sqdns were ordered to attack troop movements at Amaye sur Suelles and

Villers Bocage in support of the U.S army. Over the targets at between 1,500 /4,000 feet, releasing 724,000 lbs of high explosives. According to

reports, some of the aiming points were well hit.

31/1.8.44 76 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, and 429 sqdns were ordered on an attack of the V-1 launching sites at Foret du Croc,

Oeuf en Ternois, and Coquereaux. Over the targets at between 11,/ 14,000 feet, releasing 585,000 lbs of high explosives, bombing was scattered.

1.8.44 37 Lancs from 408, 419 and 428 squadron were joined by 103 Hali from 408, 415, 424, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434

squadrons on an attack of 3 V-1 sites at Ferme Du Forestal, Acquet, and L’Hey. There was 10/10th cloud over all the targets and only P/O C.

McKinstry from 426 squadron released 8,000 lbs of high explosives from 16,000 feet. All other crews ordered back to base by the master bomber.

3.8.44 210 Hali from 408, 425, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 squadrons were joined by 51 Lancasters from

408, 419 and 428 squadrons on an attack of two V-1 storage sites at Foret De Nieppe and Bois De Cassan. Over these targets at between 14,000

and 16,000 feet, releasing 2,266,000 lbs. of high explosives. According to reports, the weather was clear and severe damage was caused.

4.8.44 159 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 were joined by 42 Lancs from 408, 419 and 428

sqdns on an attack on the V-1 storage site at Bois De Cassan. Over the target at between 13,000 and 16,000 feet, releasing 1,856,000 lbs of high

explosives. According to reports, the target was damaged.

5.8.44 172 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 52 Lancs from 408, 419

and 428 sqdns on an attack of a V-1 storage site at St. Leu D’Esserent. Over the target at between 14,000 and 17,000 feet, releasing 2,553,000 lbs

of high explosives. According to reports, bombing was good and damage was caused

5/6.8.44 3 Hali from 424 squadron were on a mining operation to Brest. Over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing 12@1500 lb mines

7/8.8.44 182 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 40 Lancs from 408, 419,

and 428 sqdns on an attack of German positions around Caen. The crews were over the target at between 8,000 and 10,000 feet, releasing

1,457,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, roads and the strong points were well cratered.

8.8.44 43 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 Sqdns were joined by 148 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and

434 Sqdns on an attack of a fuel and oil storage site at Foret De Chantilly. Over the target at between 15,000 and 17,000 feet, releasing 1,616,000

lbs of high explosives. According to reports, bombing was accurate and it was left burning

8/9.8.44 12 Hali from 424 Sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to Brest. Over the garden at 12,000 feet, sowing 44@1500 lb

mines

9.8.44 37 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdns were joined by 91 Hali from 424, 427, 429, 431, , and 434 sqdns on an attack of 6 V-1 sites

in the Pas de Calais area. These sites were located at Acquet, Coulon Villiers, Foret du Croc, La Neuville, Prouville, and La Bretique. The crews

were over the target at between 11,/ 17,000 feet, releasing 1,035,000 lbs of high explosives, all sites were accurately bombed.

9/10.8.44 104 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns were joined by 9 Lancasters from 408 sqdn, on an attack of a V-1

launching and storage site at Foret de Nieppe in the Pas de Calais area. Over the targets at between 11,/ 17,000 feet, releasing 546 tons of high

explosives. According to reports, the weather was good and all sites were accurately bombed

10/11.8.44 37 Lancasters 408, 419, and 428 squadrons were joined by 101 Halifaxes from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 431, 432, and 434

squadrons on an attack at an oil depot at La Pallice. The crews were over the target at between 9,000 and 11,000 feet, releasing 1,053,000 lbs of

high explosives. According to reports, and judging by the lower photo, the attack was successful.

12.8.44 94 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 432, and 433 were joined by 9 Lancs from 408 sqdn on an attack of a fuel storage site at

Foret De Mont Richard. Over the target at between 12,/ 13,000 feet, releasing 789,000 lbs of high explosives, the attack was accurate and much

damage was caused.

12/13.8.44 36 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 432, and 433 Sqdns were joined by 12 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 Sqdns on an

attack of enemy troop positions at Falaise. Over the target at between 7,000 and 8,000 feet, releasing 392,000 lbs of high explosives. According to

reports, this attack was effective.

13/14.8.44 10 Hali from 427 Squadron were on a mining operation to La Rochelle. Over the garden at 9,000 feet, sowing 40@1500 lb

min

14.8.44 165 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 Sqdns were joined by 59 Lancs from 408, 419, 428,

and 431 Sqdns on an attack of German troop positions at Falaise, Aisy, and Bons Tassilly. The crews were over the targets between 6,000 and

9,000 feet, releasing 2,131,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports the attack was going well and then some bombing started to fall back

into Canadian army 3rd Division positions. This problem was made worse when ground troops started firing yellow flares, which happened to be

the same colours as the Target Indicators, attracting more loads of explosives. This carried on for more than an hour and little could be done but for

the troops to head for their slit trenches and wait the attack out. 13 army personnel were killed and many injured along with some equipment being

destroyed.

15.8.44 37 Lancs from 408, 419, and 428 sqdrn were joined by 177 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433,

and 434 sqdns on attack of 2 Luftwaffe Nightfighter fields at Brussels and Soesterberg. The crews were over the target at between 13,000 and

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18,000 feet, releasing 2,270,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, both airfields were severely damaged

15/16.8.44 6 Hali from 429 sqdn were on a mining operation to La Rochelle. Over the garden at between 8,/ 9,000 feet, sowing

24@1500 lb mines

16/17.8.44 144 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, and 434 sqdn were ordered to attack the port city of Kiel. The

crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 310,000 lbs of high explosives and 545,000 lbs of incendiaries. According

to reports the dock area and ship-building firms were damaged.

17/18.8.44 6 Hali from 424 sqdn were ordered out on a mining operation to La Rochelle. Over the garden at 12,000 feet, sowing 24@1500

lb mines

18.8.44 16 Hali from 424 and 429 sqdns were ordered to attack 4 V-1 launching sites in the Pas De Calais area. The crews were over

the target between 13,000 and 15,000 feet, releasing 113,000 lbs of high explosives on L’hey, Anderbelck, Westrove, and Bois St. Remy

18/19.8.44 102 Hali from 408, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 433 squadrons were ordered to attack the rail yards at Connantre. The crews

were over the target at between 15,000 and 18,000 feet, releasing 797,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the target was well hit and

great damage was caused. This was the last attack on the rail systems in France and Belgium

24/25.8.44 6 Hali from 433 sqdn were on a mining operation to La Rochelle. Over the garden at between 11,/ 12,000 feet, sowing

24@1500 lb mines

25/26.8.44 182 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433 and 434 Sqdns were ordered to attack a number of coastal

gun batteries at Brest. Over the aiming points at between 9,/ 13,000 feet, releasing 1,470,000 lbs of high explosives, bombing was accurate

26/27.8.44 4 Hali from 433 Sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to La Rochelle. Over the garden at between 11,000 and 11,500 feet,

sowing 16@1500 lb mines.

27.8.44 176 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 32 Lancs from 419 and 428

sqdns, on an attack of a V-1 site at Mimoyecques. Over the target at between 16,000 and 18,000 feet, releasing 1,626,000 lbs of high explosives.

According to reports the target was well hit.

28.8.44 72 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were ordered to attack 8 V-1 launching sites

at L’Hey, Anderbelck, Ouef en Ternois, Bois St. Remy, Ferfay, Fresnoy, Ferme du Forestal, and Ferme du Grand Bois. The crews were over the

targets at between 12,000 and 15,000 feet, releasing 455,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, all attacks were accurate. These were the

last attacks on the V-1 launching sites in the Pas de Calais area.

28/29.8.44 6 Hali from 429 sqdn were ordered on a mining operation to La Rochelle. Over the garden at between 11,000 and 12,000 feet,

sowing 24@1500 lb mines

29/30.8.44 36 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdn were ordered to attack Stettin. Over the target at 18,000 feet, releasing 106,000 lbs of high

explosives and 206,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports the target was well hit with some ships in the harbour being sunk.

31.8.44 165 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were ordered to attack the coastal gun

battery at Ile de Cezembre. Over the target at between 2,/ 3,000 feet, releasing 1,793,000 lbs of high explosives, the gun battery was hit.

3.9.44 105 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, and 432 sqdns attacked the German airfield at Volkel from between 14,000 to

16,000 feet. Over a million pounds of ordinance was dropped and the airfield was well hit.

6.9.44 138 Lancs and Hali from 419, 420, 424, 427, 428, 429, 432, 433, and 434 squadrons attacked Emden in daylight from between

16,000 and 19,000 feet. A total of 915,000 lbs of ordinance was released. Bombing was accurate and several ships in the harbour were sunk

September 9, 1944 105 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 431, and 432 sqdns were ordered to attack the port of Le Havre. All aircraft were

recalled to base due to poor weather over the target

10.9.44 166 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 429, 431, 432, and 434 sqdns were joined by 40 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdns on an

attack of German strong points at Le Havre. Over the target at between 6,/ 11,000 feet, releasing 2,131,000 lbs of high explosives. According to

reports, all targets were accurately bombed.

11.9.44 90 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 432, and 434 Sqdns were ordered on an attack of the oil refinery at Castrop-Rauxel. The

crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 712,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the weather was

clear and severe damage was caused.

11/12.9.44 18 Hali from 424, 429, and 433 sqdns were on a mining operation to Kiel Bay. Over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing

68@1500 lb mines

12.9.44 While some of the group was attacking Dortmund, 122 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 431, 432, and 434 Sqdns attacked

the synthetic oil plant at Wanne Eickel. The attack was carried out from 16,000 to 19,000 feet with the crew releasing 960,000 lbs of ordinance. No

observations were made due to a smoke screen over the target. A great number of aircraft were damaged by flak

12/13.9.44 12 Hali from 427 and 429 sqdns were on a mining operation to the Oslo area. Crews returned early as the weather was poor.

13.9.44 100 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 431, and 432 sqdns were ordered on an attack at Osnabruck. The crews were over the

target at between 16,000 and 19,500 feet, releasing 851,000 lbs of high explosives and 105,000 lbs. of incendiaries. According to reports, bombing

was accurate and damage was caused to the rail system.

14.9.44 41 Hali from 427, 429, and 433 sqdns were joined by 30 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdns on an attack at Wilhelmshaven. 6

group recalled all the crews as the fighter escort could not take off due to bad weather.

15/16.9.44 172 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 Sqdns were joined by 28 Lancs from 419 and

428 Sqdns on an attack at Kiel. Over the target at between 16,/ 21,500 feet, releasing 442,000 lbs of high explosives and 913,000 lbs of

incendiaries. According to reports, the weather was clear and severe damages were caused

16.9.44 3 Hali from 420 and 425 Sqdns were sent on a Sea Search for F/L V.Motherwell. They departed base at 15.11, flew to

Flamborough Head and then out to sea at 300 feet. After searching, they found the dinghy at 17.27 hours. F/L E.Heimpel from 420 Squadron

climbed to height to transmit a fix and guide the launches. F/O G.Jones from 420 Squadron circled the dinghy and dropped a Lindholme boat

which broke apart after hitting the water. They then called F/O J.Marcotte from 425 Squadron and they dropped their Lindholme boat which was

successful.

They all continued to circle until 18.18 hours when they heard a Walrus was on their way. All crews returned safely to base at 20.30 hours.

17.9.44 173 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 Sqdns were joined by 36 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdns on

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an attack of troop positions at Boulogne. Over the target at between 2,/ 10,000 feet, releasing 2,280,000 lbs of high explosives. According to

reports, bombing was accurate and these troops surrendered soon after.

18.9.44 30 Lancs from 419 and 428 Sqdns were joined by 30 Hali from 431 and 434 sqdn on an attack of a coastal gun battery at Domberg. The

crews were all sent home due to poor weather over the target.

19.9.44 29 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdns were joined by 27 Hali from 431 and 434 sqdns on an attack of the coastal guns at Domberg. Again the

crews were ordered back to back due to poor weather over the target.

20.9.44 26 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdn were joined by 81 Hali from 424, 427, 429, 431, 433, and 434 sqdns on an attack of gun emplacements

and troops at Calais. The crews were over the target at between 6,000 and 10,000 feet, releasing 1,225,000 lbs of high explosives. According to

reports, the weather was clear and accurate bombing took place

23.9.44 34 Hali from 424 and 433 Sqdns were ordered to attack the coastal guns at Domberg. The crews were over the target at between 3,000

and 9,000 feet, releasing 350,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, this site was accurately bombed.

25.9.44 210 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 40 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdns on

an attack of troop positions at Calais. The crews were over the target at between 3,000 and 10,000 feet, releasing 2,778,000 lbs of high explosives.

According to reports, there was cloud over the target and bombing was hampered

25.9.44 210 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 40 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdns on

an attack of troop positions at Calais. The crews were over the target at between 3,000 and 10,000 feet, releasing 2,778,000 lbs of high explosives.

According to reports, there was cloud over the target and bombing was hampered

27.9.44 239 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 44 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdns on

an attack of the oil plants at Bottrop and Sterkrade. The crews were over the targets at between 16,000 and 21,000 feet, releasing 2,117,000 lbs of

high explosives. There was thick cloud over the target and some crews bombed the alternate target at Duisberg.

28.9.44 214 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 Sqdns were joined by 38 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdns in

an attack on the coastal guns at Cap Gris Nez. The crews were over the target at between 1,000 and 10,000 feet, releasing 1,794,000 lbs of high

explosives. Due to worsening weather over the target, many crews were sent home by the master bomber

30.9.44 107 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Sqdns were ordered to attack the oil plant at Sterkrade. The crews were over the target at

between 16,000 and 18,000 feet, releasing 847,000 lbs of high explosives. The target was cloud covered so the attack was scattered.

Oct 4, 44 89 Hali from 420, 424, 425, 431, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 39 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdns, on an attack on the

U-boat pens and dock area of Bergen. The crews were over the target at between 12,000 and 14,000 feet, releasing 1,315,000 lbs of high

explosives. According to reports, the harbour and dock area were well hit with some loads creeping into the built up area.

Oct 4/5, 44 12 Hali from 427 and 429 sqdns were on a mining operation to Oslo. Over the garden at 12,000 feet, sowing 48@1500 lb.

mines

Oct 5/6, 44 10 Hali from 433 sqdn were on a mining operation to Heligoland. Over the garden at 12,000 feet, sowing 40@1500 lb mines.

Oct 6, 44 248 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 45 Lancs from 419 and 428

sqdns on an attack at Dortmund. This was the greatest effort that the #6 group would send out during the war. The crews were over the target

between 17,/20,500 feet releasing 755 tons of high explosives and 383,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, bombing was accurate and the

transportation and industrial sections were well hit. The largest number of aircraft from # 6 (B) Group participating in 1944(293)

Oct 9/10, 44 179 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 30 Lancs from 419 and 428

sqdns, on an attack at Bochum. The crews were over the target between 17,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 928,000 lbs of high explosives and

544,000 lbs of incendiaries. The target was cloud covered and according to reports the attack was scattered.

Oct 12, 44 96 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 sqdns were ordered to attack the oil plants at Wanne-Eickel. The

crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 1,052,000 lbs of high explosives. The oil refinery and a chemical plant

were seriously damaged. Many crews were damaged by flak over this target.

Oct 14, 44 40 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdn, were joined by 218 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434

sqdns. They were on a daylight attack of Duisberg. Over the target at between 17,/ 21,000 feet, releasing 2,080,000 lbs of high explosives and

300,000 lbs of incendiaries.

Oct 14/15, 44 200 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 39 Lancs from 419 and 428

sqdns. Over the target at between 17,/ 21,000 feet, releasing 1,968,000 lbs of high explosives and 187,000 lbs of incendiaries. This was the 2nd

installment for Duisberg in less than 24 hours. The crews were over this target in the early morning. 9,000 tons of ordinance had fallen on Duisberg

in less than 48 hours according to reports there was severe damage through out the city.

Oct 15/16, 44 119 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 15 Lancs from 419 and 428

sqdns, on an attack at Wilhelmshaven. The crews were over the target at between 13,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing 920,000 lbs of high explosives

and 224,000 lbs of incendiaries. This was the last major attack on this naval city

Oct 22/23, 44 10 Hali of 427 sqdn were on a mining operation to the Kattegat area. Over the garden at 15,000 feet releasing 36@1500 lb

mines

Oct 23/24, 44 229 Hali from 408, 415, 420,424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 43 Lancs from 419 and 428

squadrons on an attack on Essen. Over the target from between 18,000 and 21,000 feet, releasing 21,163 tons of high explosives and 239,000 lbs of

incendiaries. Over 1,000 aircraft took part in this attack releasing 4,500 tons of ordinance making it the heaviest attack to date.

A large number of crews mentioned flying through heavy icing to and from this target

Oct 24/25, 44 9 Hali from 429 and 433 sqdns were on a mining operation to Oslo. Over the garden at 12,000 feet releasing 32@1500 lb

mines

Oct 25, 44 198 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns attacked the oil plant at Homberg. Over

the target between 16,000 and 19,000 feet releasing 1,813,000 lbs of high explosives. The oil plant was cloud covered at the time of attack

Oct 28, 44 195 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 36 Lancs from 419 and 428

sqdns on an attack on Cologne. Over the target at between 18,/ 21,000 feet, releasing 1,570,000 lbs of high explosive and 285,000 lbs of

incendiaries

Oct 28/29 44 6 Hali from 424 squadron were on a mining operation to Oslo. Over the garden at 11,000 feet, sowing 8@1500 lb mines.

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Oct 30/31 44 40 Lancs from 419 and 428 sqdns were joined by 202 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434

sqdns on an attack on Cologne. All aircraft were over the target between 16,000 and 21,000 feet dropping 322,000 lbs of incendiaries and

1,939,000 lbs of high explosives. This attack took place through heavy cloud.

Nov 1/2, 44 202 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 47 Lancs from 419, 428, and

431 Sdrns on an attack at Oberhausen. The crews were over the target at between 17,000 and 21,000 feet, releasing 1,979,000 lbs of high

explosives and 379,000 lbs of incendiaries. The target was cloud covered and the attack was scattered

Nov 2/3, 44 180 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 42 Lancs from 419, 428 and 431

sqdns on an attack at Dusseldorf. The crews were over the target at between 18,000 and 21,000 feet, releasing 1,711,000 lbs of high explosives and

285,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, the northern part of Dusseldorf was severely damaged. This was the last attack on Dusseldorf.

Nov 4/5, 44 173 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 41 Lancs from 419, 428, and

431 sqdns on an attack at Bochum. The crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 18,000 feet, releasing 1,841,000 lbs of high explosives

and 324,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, severe damaged was caused to this city and many important industries were damaged

Nov 6, 44 1 76 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 40 Lancs from 419, 428, and 431

sqdns on an attack of the Nordstern oil plant at Gelsenkirchen. Over the target between 19,/ 21,000 feet, releasing 1,781,000 lbs of high explosives

and 263,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, the oil plant was damaged but due to dust and smoke, crews bombed in the general area.

Nov 11/12, 44 12 Hali from 427 and 433 sqdns were on a mining operation to Oslo. Over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing 24@1500 and

24@1850 lb mines. All crews returned safely to base.

Nov 16, 44 159 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 45 Lancs from 419, 428, and

431 sqdns on an attack at Julich in support of the American army. The crews were over the target between 15,000 and 17,000 feet, releasing

1,708,000 lbs of high explosives and 236, 000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, this town was severely damaged.

Nov 18, 44 140 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 sqdn were joined by 44 Lancs from 419, 428, and 431

sqdns on an arrack at Munster. The crews were over the target between 15,000 and 17,000 feet, releasing 1,706,000 lbs of high explosives.

According to reports the attack was not concentrated with minimal damage throughout the town.

Nov 21/22, 44 175 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 Sqdns were joined by 55 Lancs from 419, 428, and

431 Sqdns on an attack of the oil refinery at Castrop-Rauxel. The crews were over the target at between 17,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing

1,807,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the plant was accurately bombed and severe damage was caused

Nov 24/25, 44 13 Hali from 424, 427, 429, and 433 sqdns were on a mining operation to the Kattegat. The crews were over the garden at

between 500 and 15,000 feet, sowing 44@1500 lb mines

Nov 27/28, 44 173 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 Sqdns were joined by 53 Lancs from 419, 428, and

431 Sqdns on an attack at Neuss. The crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing 1,880,000 lbs of high explosives and

240,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports there was wide spread damage with many industrial places damaged

Nov 30/Dec 1, 44 172 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 were joined by 52 Lancs from 419, 428, and 431

sqdns on an attack at Duisberg. Over the target at between 17,/ 20,000 feet, releasing 1,869,000 lbs of high explosives and 169,000 lbs of

incendiaries, the target was cloud covered and the attack was scattered.

Dec2/3, 44 131 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 48 Lancs from 419, 428 and 431

sqdns on an attack at Hagen. The crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 18,000 feet, releasing 1,424,000 lbs of high explosives and

262,000 lbs of incendiaries, bombing was accurate with severe damage being caused. A factory making batteries for U-Boats was completely

destroyed. All crews commented on the severe icing to and from the target on this night.

Dec 4/5, 44 144 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 squadrons were joined by 46 Lancs from 419, 428 and 431

sqdns on an attack at Karlsruhe. The crews were over the target at between 17,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing 854,000 lbs of high explosives and

678,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, bombing was accurate with severe damage being caused. Among the factories destroyed was the

important Durlacher Machine-tool building

Dec 5/6, 44 152 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 sqdns were joined by 42 Lancs from 419, 428, and

431 sqdns on an attack at Soest. The crews were over the target between 17,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing 1,348,000 lbs of high explosives and

335,000 lbs of incendiaries, there was severe damage in the northern part of the town that contained the rail yards.

Dec 6, 44 140 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 Sqdns were joined by 59 Lancs from 419, 428, 431, and

434 Sqdns on an attack at Osnabruck. The crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 21,000 feet, releasing 1,310,000 lbs of high explosives

and 193,000 lbs of incendiaries, the attack was scattered but the railyards and a munitions factory were damaged

Dec 15/16, 44 51 Lancs from 419, 428, and 431 sqdns were ordered to attack the oil refinery and I. G. Farben chemical factories at

Ludwigshaven. The crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 467,000 lbs of high explosives and 102,000 lbs of

incendiaries. According to reports, the industrial sector and the above mentioned targets were severely damaged.

Dec 18, 44 188 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 Sqdns were joined by 42 Lancs from 419, 428, and

431 Sqdns on an attack at Duisberg. The crews were over the target at between 17,000 and 21,000 feet, releasing 1,636,000 lbs of high explosives

and 258,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, severe damage was caused.

Dec 21/22, 44 41 Lancs from 419, 428, and 431 Sqdns were joined by 4 Hali from 434 Squadron in an attack of the Nippes rail yards at

Cologne. Over the target at between 14,/ 19,000 feet, releasing 537,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports the target was cloud covered.

There was some damage to the rail yards but most missed.

Dec 24, 44 98 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns were joined by 53 Lancs from 419, 428, 431 and 434 sqdns on an attack

of the Lohausen airfield at Dusseldorf. The crews were over the target at between 14,000 and 18,000 feet, releasing 1,633,000 lbs of high

explosives. According to reports, the weather was good and severe damaged was caused in a concentrated attack.

Dec 24/25, 44 12 Hali from 424, 427, 429 and 433 sqdn on mining to Oslo. Over the garden at 10,000 feet, sowing 48@1500 lb. mines

Dec 26, 44 64 Hali from 424, 427, 429 and 433 were ordered to attack German troop positions at St. Vith the crews were over the target at

between 10,000 to 12,000 feet, releasing 126,000 lbs. of high explosives and 307,000 lbs. of incendiaries, the attack seemed successful

Dec 28, 44 105 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 sqdns were joined by 45 Lancasters from 419, 428, 431

and 434 squadrons on an attack of the rail yards at Opladen. Over the target at between 17,000 and 21,000 feet, releasing 734.5 tons of high

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Dec 28/29, 44 16 Hali from 424, 427, 429, and 433 Sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Oslo. The crews were over the garden at

between 500 and 5,000 feet, sowing 68@1500 lb mines.

Dec 30/31, 44 151 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 sqdns were joined by 49 Lancasters from 419, 428, 431,

and 434 sqdns on an attack of the Kalk rail yards at Cologne. The crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing

1,768,000 lbs of high explosives and 134,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports the rail yards were severely damaged and 2 ammunition

trains blew up.

31.12.44/1.1 45 16 Hali from 424, 427, 429 and 433 sqdns were ordered on a mining operation to Oslo. The crews were over the garden at

between 3,000 and 5,000 feet, sowing 64@1500 lb mines.

2/3.1.45 156 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 sqdns were ordered to attack the I. G. Farben factory at

Ludwigshafen. Over the target at between 17,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 938,000 lbs of high explosives and 223,000 lbs of incendiaries.

According to reports there was severe damage to the factory and many other industrial firms in the area plus the rail repair sheds were destroyed.

5/6.1.45 133 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 sqdns were joined by 57 Lancasters from 419, 428, 431,

and 434 squadrons on an attack at Hannover. The crews were over the target at between 18,000 to 20,000 feet, releasing 1,587,000 lbs of high

explosives. According to reports, bombing was scattered through out the city.

6/7.1.45 132 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 sqdns were joined by 57 Lancs from 419, 428, 431, and

434 sqdns on an attack at Hanau. Over the target at between 18,000 to 20,000 feet, releasing 522,000 lbs of high explosives and 954,000 lbs of

incendiaries. This attack was aimed at the important rail junction. This area was seriously damaged as well as a large portion on the built up area.

7/8.1.45 30 Lancs from 419, 428, 431, and 434 were ordered to attack Munich. Over the target at between 16,000 to 21,000 feet,

releasing 89,000 lbs of high explosives and 130,000 lbs of incendiaries, the central area of the city was hit and some industrial areas being severely

damaged. This was the last major attack on Munich.

12/13.1.45 12 Hali from 424, 427, 429, and 433 squadrons were on a mining operation to Flensburg Harbour. Over the garden at 15,000

feet, sowing 44@1500 lb. mines

13/14.1.45 130 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 sqdns were on an attack on the rail yards at Saarbrucken.

Over the target at between 17,/ 20,000 feet, releasing 892,000 lbs of high explosives, bombing was accurate and severe damage was caused.

14/15.1.45 136 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 sqdns were ordered on an attack on the rail yards at

Grevenbroich. Over the target at between 16,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing 799,000 lbs. of high explosives, reports the rail yards were well hit.

16/17.1.45 127 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, and 433 Sqdns were ordered on an attack at Magdeburg. Over the

target at between 18,/ 20,000 feet, releasing 232,000 lbs of high explosives and 546,000 lbs of incendiaries, severe damage was caused.

28/29.1.45 124 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 squdns were joined by 55 Lancss from 419, 428, 431, and 434

sqdns were ordered to attack Stuttgart. Over the target at between 18,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 774,000 lbs of high explosives and 483,000 lbs

of incendiaries. According to reports, the target was cloud covered and bombing was scattered.

1/2.2.45 86 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Sqdns were on an attack at Mainz. Over the target at between 18,000

to 20,000 feet, releasing 162,000 lbs of high explosives and 399,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud covered and bombing was scattered.

2/3.2.45 109 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 sqdns were ordered on an attack at Wanne-Eickel. The crews were

over the target between 17,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 675,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the target was cloud covered and

bombing missed the oil refinery. There was, however some damage to a coal mine

4/5.2.45 100 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Sqdns were ordered to attack the Coking plant at Osterfeld. Over the

target at between 17,/ 20,000 feet, releasing 602,000 lbs of high explosives, the attack was scattered with little damage.

7/8.2.45 131 Halifrom 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Sqdns were joined by 69 Lancs from 419, 424, 428, 431, 433, and

434 Sqdns on an attack troop positions at Goch. The crews were over the target at between 4,000 and 10,000 feet, releasing 315,000 lbs of high

explosives. According to reports, the attack was accurate but was stopped, as there was too much smoke and dust.

8/9.2.45 96 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 426, 426, and 432 Sqdns were ordered to attack the oil refinery at Wanne-Eickel. Over the target

at between 18,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 562,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, bombing was scattered with little damage.

13/14.2.45 115 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Sqdns were ordered on an attack of the synthetic oil plant at Bohlen.

Over the target at between 17,/ 20,000 feet, releasing 588,000 lbs of high explosives, target was cloudcovered and bombing was scattered

14/15.2.45 66 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Sqdns were joined by 52 Lancasters from 419, 424, 428, 431, and 434

Sqdns on an attack at Chemnitz. The crews were over the target at between 18,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 431,000 lbs on incendiaries and

291,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the target was cloud covered with some damage caused.

15/16.2.45 6 Lancs from 424 and 433 sqdns were joined by 6 Hali from 427 and 429 sqdns on a mining operation to Oslo. The crews were

over the garden at between 8,000 and 15,000 feet, sowing 30@1500 lb, 12@1800 lb and 12@1000 lb mines.

17.2.45 110 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Sqdns were ordered on an attack at Wesel. The crews were over the

target at between 14,000 and 17,000 feet, releasing 12,000 lbs of high explosives. Bombing was halted after only a few crews bombed due to cloud

over the target.

18/19.2.45 6 Lancs from 424 and 433 sqdns were joined by 4 Hali from 427 and 429 sqdns on a mining operation to the Kattegat and Oslo

Fjord. The crews were over the gardens at between 10,000 and 12,000 feet, releasing 24@1500 lb and 16@1800 lb mines

20/21.2.45 112 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Sqdns were ordered on an attack of the oil refinery at Monheim.

Over the target at between 14,/ 16,000 feet, releasing 350 tons of high explosives, bombing was accurate and severe damage was caused.

21/22.2.45 102 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Sqdns were ordered on an attack at Worms. Over the target at

between 17,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing 224,000 lbs of high explosives and 387,000 lbs of incendiaries, severe damage was caused

23.2.45 118 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Sqdns were ordered on an attack at Essen. The crews were over the

target at between 15,000 and 17,000 feet, releasing 232,000 lbs of high explosives and 569,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, the target

was cloud covered but severe damage was caused to the Krupp complex.

24.2.45 110 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Sqdns were ordered to attack the oil refinery at Kamen. Over the

target at between 15,/ 18,000 feet, releasing 820,000 lbs of high explosives, the target was cloud covered and bombing was scattered.

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25/26.2.45 10 Hali from 427 and 429 Sqdns were on a mining operation to Oslo. Over the garden at between 3,000 and 3,500 feet, sowing

20@1800 lb and 20@1500 lb mines.

27.2.45 102 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 432 Sqdns were joined by 85 Lancasters from 419, 424, 428, 431, 433,

and 434 Squadrons on an attack at Mainz. The crews were over the target at between 15,000 and 18,000 feet, releasing 534,000 lbs of high

explosives and 891,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, the target was cloud covered, but severe damage was caused.

1.3.45 90 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 429, and 432 Sqdns were joined by 70 Lancasters from 419, 424, 428, 431, 433, and 434

Squadrons on an attack at Mannheim. The crews were over the target at between 14,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing 458,000 lbs of high explosives

and 840,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, the target was cloud covered with serious damage being caused

2.3.45 98 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 429, and 432 sqdns were joined by 84 Lancs from 419, 424, 428, 431, 433, and 434

sqdns on an attack at Cologne. The crews were over the target at between 15,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing 1,697,000 lbs of high explosives.

According to reports, the weather was clear and severe damage was caused. To see a complete list of all the crews that flew in this operation

"http://www.rcaf.com/6group/March45/45030200.html".

2/3.3.45 3 Lancs from 424 and 433 sqdns were joined by 5 Hali from 427 and 429 sqdns on a mining operation to the Kattegat. The

crews were over the garden at between 14,000 and 15,000 feet, sowing 6@1500 lb, 28@1800 lb and 6@1000 lb mines.

5/6.3.45 86 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 429, and 432 Sqdns were joined by 84 Lancs from 419, 424, 428, 431, 433, and 434

Sqdns on an attack at Chemnitz. The crews were over the target at between 15,000 and 18,000 feet, releasing 1,064,000 lbs of high explosives.

According to reports, severe damage was caused by this attack. There was severe icing over England and this was a factor in most of the crashes.

7/8.3.45 99 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 429, and 432 Sqdns were ordered to attack the oil refinery at Hemmingstedt. The crews

were over the target at between 8,000 and 13,000 feet, releasing 594,000 lbs of high explosives, bombing missed the target.

8/9.3.45 93 Hali from 408, 420, 425, 426, 429, and 432 sqdns were ordered on an attack of the shipyards at Hamburg. The crews were

over the target at between 15,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 655,000 lbs of high explosives, the target was cloud covered and bombing was

scattered.

9/10.3.45 10 Hali of 429 sqdn on a mining operation to Oslo. Over the garden at 15,000 feet, sowing 8@1850 lb and 28@1500 lb mines.

11.3.45 84 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 429, and 432 sqdns were joined by 102 Lancs from 419, 424, 427, 428, 431, 433, and

434 sqdns on an attack at Essen. The crews were over the target at between 17,000 and 20,000 feet, releasing 1,888,000 lbs of high explosives.

According to reports this attack was accurate, through cloud cover and severe damage was caused. This was the last attack on this industrial city.

12.3.45 93 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 429, and 432 Sqdns were joined by 99 Lancs from 419, 424, 427, 428, 431, 433, and 434

Sqdns on an attack at Dortmund. The crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 18,000 feet, releasing 1,866,000 lbs of high explosives.

According to reports, bombing was accurate and severe damage was caused

12/13.3.45 6 Lancs from 424, 427, and 433 squadrons plus 3 Hali from 429 squadron were on a mining operation to the Kattegat. The

crews were over the garden at 8,000 feet, sowing 42@1850 lb mines.

13.3.45 101 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 429, and 432 Sqdns were ordered to attack Wuppertal. Over the target at between 16,/

20,000 feet, releasing 97 tons of high explosives and 473,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was cloud covered with serious damage being caused.

14/15.3.45 98 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 429, and 432 Sqdns were joined by 98 Lancs from 419, 424, 427, 428, 431, 433, and 434

Sqdns on an attack at Zweibrucken. Over the target at between 10,/ 14,000 feet, releasing 847 tons of high explosives. According to reports, the

weather was clear and serious damage was caused

15.3.45 70 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 429, and 432 sqdns were ordered to attack oil facilities at Castrop-Rauxel. The crews

were over the target at between 17,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing 531,000 lbs of high explosives, some damage was caused.

15/16.3.45 43 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Sqdns were joined by 99 Lancs from 419, 424, 427, 428, 431, 433, and 434

Sqdns on an attack at Hagen. The crews were over the target at between 17,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing 468,000 lbs of high explosives and

818,000 lbs of incendiaries. According to reports, the weather was clear and severe damage was caused.

18/19.3.45 83 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Sqdns were on an attack at Witten. The crews were over the target at between

14,000 and 16,000 feet, releasing 82 tons of high explosives and 387,000 lbs of incendiaries, the weather was clear with severe damage being

caused.

20/21.3.45 110 Lancs from 419, 424, 427, 428, 431, 433, and 434 Sqdns were ordered to attack the oil refinery at Hemmingstedt. Over the

target at between 8,000 and 10,000 feet, releasing 1,169,000 lbs of high explosives, this target was accurately bombed with severe damage.

21.3.45 90 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Sqdns were ordered on an attack of the rail yards at Rheine. Over the target at

between 10,/ 12,000 feet, releasing 664,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, bombing was accurate and severe damage was caused

22.3.45 100 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Sqdns were ordered on an attack of the rail, canal facilities, and fuel dump at

Dorsten. Over the target at between 15,/ 18,000 feet, releasing 781,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, this was successfully done.

24.3.45 100 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Sqdns were ordered on an attack at Gladbeck. The crews were over the target

at between 16,000 and 18,000 feet, releasing 772,000 lbs of high explosives, the attack was accurate and severe damage was done

25.3.45 99 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Sqdns were on an attack of the rail yards and supply routes at Munster. Over the

target at between 17,/ 19,000 feet, releasing 96 tons of high explosives and 460,000 lbs of incendiaries, the target was covered with smoke and

dust.

31.3.45 100 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns were joined by 100 Lancs from 419, 424, 427, 428, 429, 431, 433, and

434 on an attack at the Blohm & Voss shipyards at Hamburg. The crews were over the target at between 17,000 and 19,500 feet, releasing

1,908,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the target was cloud covered but extensive damage was caused in the industrial area of

Hamburg. The 6 group was in the last wave of the attack and were attacked by many ME-262s. 8 crews failed to return, mostly due to attacks by

these aircraft

4/5.4.45 90 Halifaxes from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Squadrons were ordered on an attack on the Rhenania oil facilities at

Harburg. The crews were over the target at between 16,500 and 19,000 feet, releasing 712,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports,

bombing was accurate and severe damage was caused.

8/9.4.45 90 Halifaxes from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Squadrons were joined by 100 Lancasters from 419, 424, 427, 428, 429,

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431, 433, and 434 Squadrons on an attack of the ship yards at Hamburg. The crews were over the target at between 16,500 and 19,000 feet,

releasing 1,661,000 lbs of high explosives. , the weather was poor and the attack became scattered. This was the last time 6 Group was to attack

Hamburg.

10.4.45 90 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Sqdns were joined by 110 Lancs from 419, 424, 427, 428, 429, 431, 433, and

434 Sqdns on an attack of the rail yards at Leipzig. Over the target at between 15,500 and 19,000 feet, releasing 1,532,000 lbs of high explosives,

the weather was good and severe damage was caused.

13/14.4.45 104 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Sqdns were joined by 105 Lancs from 419, 424, 427, 428, 429, 431, 433, and

434 Sqdns on an attack of the port area of Kiel. Over the target at between 14,000 and 19,000 feet, releasing 1,921,000 lbs of high explosives.

According to reports the attack was scattered with some damage

16/17.4.45 19 Hali from 408 and 426 Sqdns were ordered to attack the airfield at Gablingen. Over the target at between 17,/ 18,000 feet,

releasing 102,000 lbs of high explosives.

18.4.45 111 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Sqdns were ordered on an attack of the naval base and airfield at Heligoland.

Over the target at between 17,/ 19,000 feet, releasing 581.5 tons of high explosives, the weather was clear and severe damage was caused.

22.4.45 100 Hali from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns were joined by 99 Lancs from 419, 424, 427, 428, 429, 431, 433, and

434 sqdns on an attack at Bremen. All of the crews were sent home on the master bombers orders due to poor weather, dust, and smoke

25.4.45 92 Hali from 408, 415, 425, 426, and 432 sqdns were joined by 100 Lancs from 419, 424, 427, 428, 429, 431, 433, and 434

sqdns on an attack of the coastal guns at Wangerooge. The weather was clear and the crews were over the target at between 10,000 to 12,000 feet,

releasing 1,050 tons of high explosives. According to reports the target area was well cratered. This operation proved to be the last over enemy

territory after two and a half years of effort. The 6 Group crews would not be asked to carry bomb loads over enemy held territory. As well as this

being the last operation, the group suffered its final casualties, but not at the hands of the enemy. Sadly the 4 crews that failed to return were all due

to mid-air collisions. P/O R. Kalle from 420 was attacked by a FW-190 out bound. The Halifax caught fire. They went into a dive

and released the load and the fire went out and it was noticed that Sgt J. Elsliger RCAF, the mid upper gunner

had bailed out. The rear gunner kept firing and claimed the FW-190 as destroyed. They returned safely to base

without further incident.

F/Lt R. Anderson 31.5/1.6.44 returned early as they were hit by lightning. It blew all the fabric patches

off the wings and nose and the navigation aids were u/s. W/O2 K. Dilley RCAF, the wireless operator was

unconscious and W/O2 K. Luckett RCAF, the bomb aimer was frost bitten from the wind. They landed safely

at Woodbridge.

F/Sgt. C. Reid from 408 Sgt. D. Andrews

F/Sgt. R. Mckay from 420 F/O S. Joplin F/O H. Whittal F/Sgt. G. Pritchard W/O2 J. Ward from 420 F/O J. Britt F/Sgt W. McAdam F/O E. Aldred

F/O J. Dundas from 424 Squadron

Sgt. T. Barton of 425 squadron P/O J. Henry from 425 P/O C. Jones Sgt T. Barton F/O E.

F/O A. North from 426 squadron F/Sgt. W. Webster F/O A. North F/O C. Bennett F/Sgt. R.McKay Sgt. P. EaglesF/Lt P. Logan F/O J. Wilding

F/Lt. R. Anderson and P/O S. Side of 428 squadron F/Sgt. A. Jakeman P/O H. Gouthreau and F/Lt R. Anderson

F/O E. Townsend of 429 F/Lt. L. Neilly W/O2 N. Thompson P/O F. Augusta F/Lt. L. Neilly F/Lt. E. Hawn F/O G. Hawtin, F/Lt. G. Gardiner,

W/O2 N. Thompson, F/O M. Sloski, and P/O L. Mitchell

F/Lt. M. Johnstone of 431 . Sgt W. Aldred F/O M. Chisholm Sgt. H. McVicar of 431 squadron F/O R. Harrison W/O2 F. Skeaff F/O J. Collver F/O

N. MacLeod

F/O H. Morrow from 432 Squadron P/O D. Maddock P/O R. Card P/O L. Lauzon, S/Ldr/ A. Lowe, F/Lt. G. Larson P/O W. Fernyhough, P/O J.

Webb, F/Lt. M. Pettit, F/O V. Smith, and P/O R. Card F/O W. Lekis S/Ldr. A. Lowe P/O L. Mann F/O V. Smith and F/O W. Tobias

F/O T. Ellison from 433 Squadron P/O J. James F/O J. Morgan P/O W. Watson, F/Sgt. F. Devine, and F/O W. Baird from 433 F/O T. Prescott

F/O R. Pratt from 434 P/O H. Hawley

P/O L. Mann was hit by flak. 6/7.6.44 aircraft dived steeply away from the search lites. 432 Halifax was

brought under control, the pilot found out that the navigator, bomb aimer, flt engineer, and wireless operator

had bailed out. P/O L. Mann returned safely with the help of the 2 gunners.

W/Cdr. E. Hamber 8/9.6.44 was attacked by an ME-109. The gunners fired and pieces came off the engine

cowling, this was claimed probably destroyed. They landed safely at Dishforth on return.

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F/O G. Gonyou .

P/O L. Terroux from 425 squadron

F/Lt J. May from 426 squadronF/O E. Kirk from 425 squadron . F/O J. Dargis

F/O J. Lasek from 429 squadron .

F/Sgt F. Longstaff from 431 W/O2 F. Skeaff

F/Sgt J. Kicak from 432

September 3, 1944

F/O H. Minhinnick from 408 . F/Lt F. Smart and F/O V. Gilson F/Lt J. Easton and W/Cdr R. McLernon P/O

D. Snider F/O W. Shields, P/O D. Brown, P/O G. Harpwood, F/O H. Jones, F/Lt R. Clothier, P/O R. Harlow,

F/O R. Bowhay, F/Lt J. Brown, and P/O D. Kennedy F/Sgt. W. Lane of 415 P/O F. Forbes F/O J. Britt P/O W.

McNeill F/O W. Brown P/O C. Chartier P/O R. Stevens, F/O J. Weir, P/O R. Gingrich, P/O D. Andrews, P/O

J. Little, F/O H. Knobovitch, F/O J. Meagher, F/O C. Gue, and F/O R. Sierolawski

F/O F. Beairsto of 420 squadron . F/Lt E. Heimpel . F/O J. A. Sefton

F/O A. Caine, W/O2 W. McAdam, F/Lt V. Motherwell, F/O G. Haslop, F/O E. McCutcheon, F/Lt H.

Damgaard, F/O C. Bennett, F/Lt T. Ainslie, F/O J. Bonner, P/O D. McLellan, F/O E. McKeown, and F/O W.

English

P/O R. Lamb RCAF and crew, flying LW-206 coded OW-Q, went into a spin at 14,000 feet. The navigator,

wireless op, and bomb aimer parachuted safely out. The Flt engineer, slipped out of his parachute and was

killed. The mid-upper gunner had his parachute catch on the tail wheel and was also killed. The pilot and rear

gunner were not able to vacate the aircraft and also perished. Sgt. N. Robinson, RAF

P/O R. Mallalue, RCAF, P/O E. Longley, RCAF, Sgt. R. Kipfer, RCAF, Sgt. A. Willis, RCAF

F/Sgt. W. Wright RCAF

About 5 minutes after the aircraft hit the ground on the Duxford airfield, it exploded, killing a number of

American personnel.

F/O V. Smith of 432 Squadron F/O W. Saye F/Lt W. Tobias, F/O F. Jeffery, P/O R. Diamond, W/Cdr A.

Lowe, F/O J. Webb, P/O A. Potter, F/O M. Krakowsky, Sgt L. McGuire, F/O J. Mills, F/O J. Gault, F/O R.

Lawrenson, F/O V. Johnston, and F/Lt G. Larson

F/O J. Wilding from 426 Squadron, 9.9.44 Halifax VII NP-681 coded OW-J, was returning when a fire

broke out between the port engines. The fire was not put out and the wing burned off.

Sgt. J. Andrew, RAF, F/O E. O'meara, RCAF, F/Sgt. R. Irving, RCAF, F/Sgt. R. Thompson, RCAF

F/Sgt. G. McCreary, RCAF, F/Sgt. P. MacKay, RCAF

Most of the crew were able to bail out except the pilot and Flt/engineer. The Halifax crashed near Oxford.

F/Lt D. Pettit from 408 Squadron F/O D. Snider, F/O J. Faulder, F/O E. Mowatt, F/Lt H. Reeves, F/O R. Johnson, and F/O D. Brown from 408

Squadron F/O B. Wallace

P/O F. Forbes, F/O C. Gue, F/O R. Seirolawski, and P/O D. Andrews from 415 Squadron F/O W. Sherman

F/O C. McKenzie from 420 Squadron F/O R. Gallen P/O A. Hutcheon, F/O P. Hache ,and F/Lt T. Rance

F/Lt. T. Rance of 425 squadron .P/O C. Jones of 425 squadron F/O E. Kirk F/O M. Dugas from 425

P/O A. Bainard and P/O D. Irwin 426. P/O L. Matton P/O C. McKinstry F/O J. Sheridan P/O W. Webster of 426 .

P/O H. Thompson F/O H. Elder P/O C. Hamilton, P/O A. McKay, F/O T. Fredrickson, F/O A. North, W/Cdr C. Burgess, and P/O L. Mann

F/O L. Keelan from 429 squadron

F/Lt M. MacLeod from 431 F/O G. Kercher .

Sgt F. Hart from 434 squadron F/O W. Dumas

September 11, 1944

P/O R. Smith 408 Sq, flying Halifax VII NP-710 coded EQ-S, had an engine fail after takeoff, they jettisoned

the load. On return they crashed into the motor transport shop and burned.

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Sgt D. Milburn RAF, F/O N. McKillop RCAF, F/O G. Houston RCAF, F/O J. Kerry RCAF

F/O C. Storey RCAF, F/Sgt W. Cooke RCAF , LAC G. Barraball RCAF

Only the rear gunner survived and one ground crew was also killed.

from 425 Squadron P/O P. Legault P/O G. Lareau

P/O A. McKay, F/O S. Seaman, and F/O H. Hicken from 426 Squadron .

P/O R. Campbell from 432 Squadron F/O J. Moffatt, F/O N. Currie, S/Ldr B. Imrie, and F/O C. Chapman

from 434 F/O G. Eccelstone .

F/O G. Halcro was hit by flak over the target, P/O M. Laderoute RCAF , the rear gunner was killed.

Whiles some of the group went to Castrop-Rauxel, 55 Halifaxes from 424, 427, and 433 Squadrons were

ordered on an attack of German troop positions near Le Havre. The crews were over the target at between

9,000 and 11,000 feet, releasing 305,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, the weather was clear

and the target was accurately bombed.

F/O W. Miller from 433 Squadron

September 12, 1944

While some of the group was attacking Dortmund, 122 Halifaxes from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, 431, 432, and

434 Squadrons attacked the synthetic oil plant at Wanne Eickel. The attack was carried out from 16,000 to

19,000 feet with the crew releasing 960,000 lbs of ordinance. No observations were made due to a smoke

screen over the target. A great number of aircraft were damaged by flak.

F/O D. Snider, F/O J. Faulder, P/O E. Patzer, F/O R. Johnson, F/O W. Shields, F/Lt F. Smart, P/O G.

Harpwood, F/O V. Gilson, and F/O D. Brown of 408 Squadron were all hit by flak. None were seriously

damaged and all returned safely to base.

P/O D. Kennedy was hit by flak. Stbd outer caught fire but was extinguished. They landed safely at Methwold

on 3 engines.

P/O C. Chartier of 415 Squadron was hit by flak. The stbd wing, bomb doors, port outer nacelle, and nose

were damaged.

F/O W. Sherman was hit by flak. The port wing was damaged.

F/Lt H. Barnes was hit by flak. There were holes in the forward fuselage.

F/O A. Caine of 420 Squadron was hit by flak, 2 miles short of the aiming point. Sgt W. Cruikshank RCAF,

the rear gunner was injured. They crew did not bomb due to evasive action, and returned safely to base

without further injuries.

P/O J. Marcotte of 425 Squadron was hit by flak. F/Sgt J. Dulude RCAF, the wireless operator, and F/Sgt A.

Tremblay RCAF, rear gunner, were injured. They landed safely at Woodbridge on return.

F/O N. Streight, F/O J. Gourdeau, F/O H. Gregson, P/O C. Dionne, and F/O P. Hache were hit by flak. None

were hit seriously and all returned safely to base.

P/O W. Taylor, F/O P. Labelle, and F/O J. Lowe of 426 Squadron were hit by flak. there was no serious

damage and all returned safely to base.

F/O W. Kent had 2 engines go u/s on return. They landed safely at Woodbridge on 2 engines.

F/O P. Buck RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-741 coded OW-K, failed to return from this operation.

Sgt H. Rose RAF–POW, F/O R. Walter RCAF–POW, F/O W. Sloan RCAF–POW

F/Sgt P. Tynan RAF–POW, F/Sgt K. Dugdale RCAF–POW, F/Sgt J. De Luca RCAF–POW

They were hit by flak. All the crew were able to bail out but F/O P. Buck died of his injuries the following day.

P/O S. Sorenson of 431 Squadron returned early. The stbd outer was u/s, they landed safely at base on 3

engines.

P/O G. Quinlan was hit by flak. Sgt Glue RAF, the Flt engineer was hit in the head but didn’t sustain serious

injuries. They landed safely at base.

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F/O R. Haw was hit by flak, F/O J. Abell RCAF, the navigator, was slightly injured.

F/O J. Mills of 432 Squadron was hit by flak. There were holes were put in the port wing and instrument

panel.

F/O A. Porter was hit by flak. There were holes were put in the port wing, stbd wing, and stbd inner nacelle.

F/O J. Gault was hit by flak. There were holes were put in the port wing tip.

F/O J. Wagman of 434 Squadron returned early, they were unable to retract the landing gear.

F/O G. Eccelstone was hit by flak. Damage was to the stbd wing and bomb bay

P/O M. Isenberg was hit by flak tail was damaged.

F/O A. Spence was hit by flak. Both port engines were damaged, port inner feathered and fuselage holed. The

mid under gunner, Sgt R. McLean RCAF was injured, but not seriously. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

September 13, 1944

F/Lt J. Hovey from 415 squadron was hit by flak, the port tail plane, fuselage and rear turret were damaged.

F/O G. Jones from 420 squadron was hit by flak, the rear gunner was injured. they landed at Rackheath.

F/O H. Gregson and F/O N. Streight from 425 squadron were hit by flak, not serious.

F/Lt J. Y. Cote was hit by flak, there were holes in the port wing and stbd rudder.

F/O A. Hutcheon was hit by flak. A fragment entered the port fuselage, hit an ammo box, ricocheted out

through the fuselage and exploded outside.

"http://www.rcaf.com/6group/Osnabruckstrike.html" Sheridan crew over the rail yards at Osnabruck.

Graciously supplied by N. Bodnar

September 15/16, 1944

P/O E. Patzer from 408 Squadron returned early, as the oxygen system was u/s.

F/O B. Wallace hit a bird on takeoff, putting a hole in the nose.

P/O J. Kellond was hit by flak, the stbd inner caught fire. This was put out and they landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/O J. McAllister from 415 Squadron returned early as they were unable to raise the under carriage.

P/O W. MacNeill returned early as both port engines were u/s. They landed safely at base on 2 engines.

P/O O. Lindquist was hit by flak, the stbd outer and wing were damaged. They bombed Flensburg as an

alternate.

F/O G. Jones from 420 Squadron returned early as they were unable to raise the under carriage.

F/O R. Gallen and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-625 coded PT-Q, was attacked by a ME-210, there was no

damage but some strikes were seen

P/O J. Tease was hit by flak, not serious.

F/Lt V. Motherwell RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III NA-629 coded PT-W, had the hydraulics fail, about a

100 miles from the target on the return flight. The under carriage, flaps, and bomb doors came down. This

problem could not be fixed and with the increased drag, height was lost. An S.O.S was sent out and the crew

ditched in the North Sea, about 70 miles from the coast. The crew was spotted the next day by a fellow pilot

and they were safely picked up by a launch, after spending 14 hours in a dinghy.

F/O J.Y. Cote from 425 Squadron returned early due to severe icing.

F/O G. Lareau returned early as the port outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O E. St.Jean was hit by flak, not serious. They were also hit by incendiaries that put holes through the wing.

One also came through the fuselage between the wing spars, a crew member threw it out of the aircraft.

F/O R. Stone from 426 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

P/O L. Matton and crew flying Halifax VII NP-771 coded OW-J were attacked by a unidentified single engine

aircraft, there was no claim but they received a cannon shell through the fuselage and bomb bay.

F/O H. Hicken had a flat tire on landing, there was no damage or injuries.

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P/O J. Sheridan was hit by flak, there was a hole in the fuselage.

F/O C. Gray from 429 Squadron landed at Middleton St. George due to a fuel shortage.

F/O G. Kercher from 431 Squadron landed at Carnaby on return.

F/O H. Williamson had the flaps, undercarriage and bomb doors come down on return. They landed safely at

Carnaby due to a fuel shortage.

F/O J. Mills and crew from 432 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-723 coded QO-D, were attacked by an

ME-109, there was no claim or damage.

P/O J. Gallagher RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-719 coded QO-N, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt C. Gill RAF, F/O J. Leblanc RCAF, P/O H. McLeod RCAF, P/O J. Labelle RCAF

P/O C. Crowe RCAF, P/O D. MacCarthy RCAF

All were killed.

P/O J. Eggar and crew from 433 Squadron, flying Halifax III HX-268 coded BM-A, were attacked by a

unidentified single engine aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

P/O W. Watson and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-818 coded BM-E, were attacked by an unidentified enemy

aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

F/O J. Moffatt and crew from 434 Squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-420 coded WL-F, were attacked by an

FW-190, there was no claim or damage.

P/O B. Peterson was hit by flak, not serious

P/O J. Badgley landed at Carnaby on return.

F/O R. Guild and crew from 424 Squadron, flying Halifax III LW-119 coded QB-O, were attacked by an

ME-210, there was no damage but many strikes were seen.

September 17, 1944

P/O J. Tims from 415 Squadron returned without bombing on the master bomber’s orders.

P/O W. MacDonald from 420 Squadron returned without bombing, as there were no T.I’s.

F/O W. Palidwar and F/O L. Wright from 424 Squadron returned without bombing, as there were no T.I’s.

F/O J. King USAAF and crew flying Halifax III LW-117 coded QB-K swung on takeoff and crashed. The

crew was not injured.

F/Lt G. Arbuckle was hit by flak outbound, F/O J. Morgan RCAF , the bomb aimer, was killed. They

returned to base without bombing.

W/O J. Simard from 425 Squadron did not bomb, as they were too high over the target.

F/O J. Lasek from 429 Squadron returned without bombing, as there were no T.I’s.

F/O J. Prentice RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-900 coded AL-K, was hit by flak. Both stbd engines

were u/s and the stbd wing was on fire. This fire was put out only to start up in the port wing. The crew then

bailed out into the English Channel. F/Sgt F. Pratt RAF, F/O T. Wilson RCAF, F/Sgt S. Norejko RCAF

Lt F. McRoberts USAAF, F/Sgt W. Barty RAF, F/Sgt J. Copeland RCAF

The crew was later picked up by a Walrus. The rear gunner was slightly injured.

F/O M. Lanin did not bomb as there were no T.I’s. On the return flight, this crew saw F/O J. Prentice in

trouble and watched them bail out. The sea was smooth and they took a fix on the aircrew and flew to the

English coast. They returned with a Walrus and two Spitfires for escort. Two of the crew were together in the

water and the other five were about a mile away. After the walrus was on the water, they safely returned to

base.

Sgt A. Stedman from 432 Squadron landed at Manston on return.

P/O H. Hawley from 434 Squadron returned without bombing, as the bomb doors would not open. They were

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also hit by flak, 3 feet of the port flap was shot off.

While the above crews were at Boulogne, 5 Halifaxes from 429 and 433 Squadrons were ordered on a Sea

Search. All crews returned safely, but unsuccessful.

September 25, 1944

210 Halifaxes from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 squadrons on an attack of

troop positions at Calais. The crews were over the target at between 3,000 and 10,000 feet, releasing

2,778,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports, there was cloud over the target and bombing was

hampered.

P/O W. Tunis from 408 squadron did not bomb, there was too much cloud and smoke over the target.

F/Sgt W. Lane from 415 squadron returned early as the bomb sight was u/s.

F/Lt J. Partridge from 424 was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O J. Marcotte from 425 squadron did not bomb as they could not identify the target because of smoke and

dust.

F/O S. Simmons and P/O N. Becker from 426 squadron did not bomb as they could not identify the target

because of smoke and dust.

F/Lt S. Mitchell from 429 squadron returned early as the bomb sight was u/s.

F/O H. Hogarth had the port outer go u/s after takeoff. They bombed and returned safely to base on 3 engines.

F/O S. McKellar from 433 squadron did not bomb as the load hung up over the target.

September 26, 1944

F/O D. Stewart from 415 squadron did not bomb as the load hung up over the target.

F/O H. Williamson from 431 squadron did not bomb on the master bombers orders.

Sgt J. Hamilton from 432 squadron was hit by flak, the elevators were damaged and hydraulics u/s. They

landed safely at Manston on return.

September 27, 1944

F/Lt H. Reeves from 408 Squadron returned early as the stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/O H. Minhinnick returned without bombing as they were late to the target.

F/O D. Brown was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O G. Frankling was hit by flak, holes in the port aileron.

F/O E. Johnson from 420 Squadron returned early due to the port outer going u/s. They landed safely at base

on 3 engines.

F/O F. Bird returned early due to the port inner going u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O O. Austenson was hit by flak, stbd elevator and fuselage damaged.

F/Lt T. Ainslie RCAF was hit by flak. The pilot and Sgt C. Gibbs RAF, the flt/engineer were slightly injured.

They landed safely at Woodbridge.

P/O J. Lang from 424 squadron returned without bombing as the load hung up over the target.

F/O L. Wright was hit by flak, holes in the fuselage.

F/O W. Forman from 425 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O E. St. Jean was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O A. Hutcheon was hit by flak, holes in the rear turret.

F/O P. Legault was hit by flak, holes in fuselage and port outer u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

P/O C. McKinstry from 426 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O J. Lowe was hit by flak, not serious

P/O N. Becker was hit by flak, not serious.

P/O A. McKay was hit by flak, holes in fuselage and bomb doors.

F/O L. Mann was hit by flak, holes in port wing tip.

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F/Lt. E. Hawn from 429 squadron returned without bombing as there were no T.I’s.

P/O D. Rombough from 431 squadron returned without bombing was they were no T.I’s.

F/O A. Huchala returned early as they could not raise the under carriage.

F/O B. Mawhinney was hit by flak, holes in the fuselage and the navigator was injured.

F/Lt J. Woodward RCAF and crew flying Halifax VII NP-692 coded QO-K from 432 Squadron was hit by

flak. There were holes in the fuselage and the pilot was severely injured and the Halifax went into a steep dive.

F/O C. Hay RCAF, the navigator was able to get the Halifax under control and the rest of the crew tended to

the injured skipper. F/O Hay flew the damaged Halifax to England and arriving over Woodbridge, it was

found that the pilot’s parachute was torn making it impossible for him the jump. F/O Hay then had to attempt

a landing. Another aircraft came up to try to guide them in to a landing. F/O Hay came in smoothly but after

touch down, they bounced up and came down hard causing the under carriage to collapse. After they stopped

the Halifax caught fire and burned, but not before the crew was safely out. Sadly F/Lt Woodward died of his

injuries the following day. F/O Hay was awarded the Distinguished Service Order for this brave action.

F/O J. Burch from 433 Squadron returned early due to the port outer going u/s. They landed safely at base on

3 engines.

F/O W. Watson returned early as they didn’t see any T.I’s.

F/O D. Guy was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O W. Parker landed at Carnaby on return.

F/Lt G. Nickerson from 434 Squadron returned early as there were late getting away.

F/O G. Halcro was hit by flak, not serious.

September 28, 1944

F/O R. Bowhay from 408 Squadron returned without bombing as the load hung up.

F/O W. Shields returned early on the master bomber’s orders.

F/O W. Regimbal from 415 Squadron returned early due to the hydraulics being u/s.

P/O D. McTaggart returned early as the electrical system was u/s.

F/O C. Chartier rolled off the end of the runway on return. There were no damages or injuries.

F/Lt. G. Jones from 420 squadron landed at Carnaby due to low brake pressure.

6 crews were sent home by the master bomber due to poor weather over the target.

All crews from 424 squadron were sent home by the master bomber due to poor weather over the target.

F/O A. Hutcheon from 425 squadron landed at Woodbridge on return.

6 crews were sent home by the master bomber due to poor weather over the target.

All crews from 427 squadron were sent home by the master bomber due to poor weather over the target.

F/O J. Keslick from 429 squadron was the only crew to release his load over the target.

12 crews from 433 squadron were sent home by the master bomber due to poor weather over the target.

F/O C. Chapman from 434 squadron landed at Manston on return.

F/O L. Coulter was hit by flak. Port fin and rudder were damaged, stbd inner and port inner were surging, and

the port outer was cutting out. They landed safely at Carnaby.

September 30, 1944

107 Halifaxes from 408, 415, 420, 425, 426, and 432 Squadrons were ordered to attack the oil plant at

Sterkrade. The crews were over the target at between 16,000 and 18,000 feet, releasing 847,000 lbs of high

explosives. The target was cloud covered so the attack was scattered.

P/O R. Harlow from 408 Squadron returned early due to the port inner being u/s. They landed safely at base

on 3 engines.

P/O J. Tease from 420 Squadron landed at Carnaby on return due to low brake pressure.

P/O A. Martel from 425 Squadron returned early due to the port inner being u/s. They landed safely at base on

3 engines.

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P/O W. Corbett was hit by flak. Holes in the fuselage.

W/O2 M. Fraser from 426 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O S. Simmons had one engine go u/s on return. They landed safely at base on 3 engines

F/Lt. W. Scott, RCAF--POW and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-739 coded OW-U failed to return from this

operations. P/O J. Wilson RAF F/O W. Ames RCAF--POW, F/O A. Livingstone RCAF--POW

P/O J. Mack RCAF--POW, P/O G. Brooks RCAF, P/O J. Short, RCAF

Three crew-members killed, 4 POWs after being shot down by flack.

October 6, 1944

248 Halifaxes from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, and 434 squadrons on an attack at

Dortmund. This was the greatest effort that the 6 group would send out during the war. The crews were over

the target between 17,000 and 20,500 feet releasing 1,510,000 lbs of high explosives and 383,000 lbs of

incendiaries. According to reports, bombing was accurate and the transportation and industrial sections were

well hit.

P/O T. Barber and crew from 408 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-718 coded EQ-Z, were attacked by an

ME-109, many strikes were seen and the enemy aircraft exploded in mid air. It was claimed destroyed. Crew

landed at Chedburgh on return due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr G. Tambling, S/Ldr J. Easton, F/Lt J. Brown, P/O E. Patzer, P/O R. Harlow, F/O W. Shields, F/Lt H.

Reeves, F/O H. Jones, F/O R. Bowhay, F/Lt H. Minhinnick, F/O R. Johnson, and F/O V. Gilson landed at

Chedburgh on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O E. Finch, F/O G. Frankling, F/Lt A. Scheelar, F/O H. Sokoloff, P/O G. Harpwood, and P/O R. Stewart

landed at Stradishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O E. Mowatt landed at Wratting Common on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O B. Wallace landed at Woodbridge on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O D. Kennedy landed at Bury St. Edmonds on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Weir from 415 Squadron returned without bombing as the load hung up. They landed at Rattlesden on

return due to poor weather at base.

F/O D. McTaggart, F/O S. McFadden, F/O C. Chartier, F/Lt T. Chapman, P/O W. MacNeil, F/O R. Gingrich,

F/O B. Roberts, and F/O J. Little landed at Knettishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt J. McAllister and F/O O. Lindquist landed at Wratting Common on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Sherman, F/O R. Sierolawski, F/Lt H. Barnes, and F/O J. Kerr landed at Stradishall on return due to

poor weather at base.

F/O H. Knobovitch landed at Coltishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Regimbal landed at Mendlesham on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O D. McNeill landed at Deopham Green on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. MacDonald from 420 Squadron returned early as the stbd inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on

3 engines.

F/O C. McKenzie returned early as the port outer caught fire. They landed safely at Tuddenham on 3 engines.

P/O J. Tease was hit by flak, not serious. They landed at Woodbridge on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O G. Haslop had the port inner go u/s on return. They landed at Woodbridge on return due to poor weather

at base.

F/Lt J. S. Sefton landed at Woodbridge on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt G. Jones landed at Bidwell on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt A. Plummer landed at Wratting Common on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O A. Caine, F/Lt T. Ainslie, F/O J. Bonner, P/O R. Field, F/O H. Asher, F/O W. English, F/O J. A. Sefton,

F/Sgt C. Reid, F/Lt V. Motherwell, F/O E. Johnston, F/O F. Beairsto, F/O D. McLellan, F/Lt G. Heron, F/O R.

Gallen, F/O E. McKeown and F/O J. Cox landed at Market Harborough due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Bonar from 424 Squadron returned early as the port outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

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engines.

F/O H. Cowan returned early as the rear turret was u/s.

F/O G. Hawthorn landed at Sandtoft due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr A. Fentamin landed at Cheburgh on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O R. Earl, F/O E. Lefebvre, P/O J. Lang, F/O D. Chance, F/O L. Loving, F/Lt F. Aldworth, F/O R. Burns,

F/Lt D. Brown, F/O E. Smith, F/O F. Pearson, F/Lt J. Dundas, F/Lt W. Anderson, F/Lt R. Guild, F/Lt R.

Green, F/O L. Wright, F/Lt G. Arbuckle, and F/O J. Hollinger landed at Mendlesham due to poor weather at

base.

P/O A. Martel from 425 Squadron returned early due to the stbd inner going u/s. Landed at base on 3 engines.

F/O G. Lareau returned early as they were unable to raise the under carriage.

F/O T. MacKinnon and crewn flying Halifax III LW-381 coded KW-Bn were attacked by an ME-110, some

strikes were seen and it was claimed damaged.

F/O J. Lowe from 426 Squadron returned early due to the port inner going u/s. Landed at Carnaby on 3

engines.

P/O R. Goreham was hit by flak, not serious. They landed at Wratting Common on return due to poor weather

at base.

W/O2 M. Fraser was hit by flak, hydraulics u/s. They landed at Wratting Common on return due to poor

weather at base.

F/O S. Seaman landed at Carnaby on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Sheridan, P/O C. McKinstry, P/O G. Hamilton, P/O R. Jones, P/O N. Becker, F/O S. Simmons, F/O M.

Casselman, and F/O P. Labelle landed at Wratting Common on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O H. McLure and F/O W. Kent landed at Chedburgh due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr R. Cowans landed at Stradishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt. W. Scott, RCAF--POW and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-739 coded OW-U failed to return from this

operations. P/O J. Wilson RAF F/O W. Ames RCAF--POW, F/O A. Livingstone RCAF--POW

P/O J. Mack RCAF--POW, P/O G. Brooks RCAF, P/O J. Short, RCAF

Three crew-members killed, 4 POWs after being shot down by flack.

F/O G. Plyley from 427 Squadron returned early due to the stbd outer going u/s. They landed safely at base on

3 engines.

F/O G. Tegerdine and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-823 coded ZL-A, were attacked by a three unidentified

enemy aircraft, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Bury St. Edmonds on return due to poor

weather at base.

W/Cdr F. Ball, F/Lt H. Woodruff, P/O G. Kirby, W/Cdr V. Ganderton, F/Lt B. Garvin, F/Lt G. Slocombe, F/O

W. Brittain, F/O T. Wagar, F/O L. Ayers, F/O F. Wilsher, F/Sgt W. Wilson, F/O F. Brownell, F/O D.

Hepburn, F/O E. Mayo, F/O J. Mulholland, F/O W. Ruffell, F/O J. Smart, and P/O I. Thomson landed at Bury

St. Edmonds on return due to bad weather at base.

F/O W. Thomas from 429 Squadron landed at Deopham Green on return.

F/O M. Lanin landed at Rackheath on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O C. Gray, F/O J. Prentice, F/Lt A. Childs, F/O A. MacDonald, F/Lt R. Lawlor, P/O B. Drewery, F/O J.

Barlow, F/O L. Keelan, F/Lt E. Hamm, F/O R. James, F/O J. Lasek, F/O C. Lee, F/Lt S. Mitchell, F/Lt A.

Milner, F/Lt D. Hendrickson, P/O W. Fikis, S/Ldr R. Bolduc, F/O D. Gillis, F/Lt H. Brown, and F/O H.

Hogarth landed at Snetterton Heath on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O T. Shore from 431 Squadron returned without bombing. They were hit by flak short of the target. Fuel

tanks were holed and leaking, controls damaged. They landed safely at Woodbridge on return.

F/O L. Laing and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-907 coded SE-F, were attacked by a JU-88, some strikes were

seen. They landed at Wratting Common on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O T. Rhodes landed at Stradishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O R. Tonnellier, P/O A. Pitzek, F/O B. Kaplansky, F/O A. Huchala, F/O G. McNeill, F/Lt D. Borland, F/Lt

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M. Chisholm, F/O D. Hagar, F/O J. Patterson, F/O J. Lightbown, F/O B. Mawhinney, F/Lt N. MacLeod, F/O

H. Williamson, F/O S. Sorenson, F/O R. Harrison, F/O J. Morton, and W/Cdr E. Mitchell landed at Wratting

Common on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Mills from 432 Squadron landed at Downham Market on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O D. Best, F/Lt W. Tobias, F/O G. Stunden, F/Sgt N. Franko, P/O L. McGuire, F/O A. Craig, P/O H.

Britton, F/O J. Gault, F/O M. Krakowsky, F/O R. Diamond, F/O S. Dean, and S/Ldr G. Larson landed at

Sudbury on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O A. Bews and F/O A. Potter landed at Methwold on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O G. McNicoll landed at Woodbridge on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O J. Hamilton and F/O C. Hemming landed at Bury St. Edmonds on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Saye landed at Tuddenham on return due to poor weather at base.

W/Cdr J. MacDonald landed at Wratting Common on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Sgt W. Jensen from 433 Squadron returned early due to the stbd inner going u/s. They landed safely at base

on 3 engines.

F/O S. McKellar was hit by flak, holes in wings. They landed safely at Lavenham on return.

S/Ldr E. Van Slyck was attacked by an enemy aircraft. There was no damage or claim. Landed at Lavenham

on return.

F/O T. Kelly and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-815 coded BM-X, were hit by falling incendiaries over the

target, the nose was blown off and F/Sgt N. Dixon RCAF, the bomb aimer was injured. They were also

attacked by a JU-88, there was no claim or damage.

F/O R. Mountford and crew, flying Halifax III NR-120 coded BM-A, were attacked by a unidentified single

engine aircraft, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Chedburgh on return due to poor weather at

base.

P/O J. Smale landed at Mildenhall on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O A. Bond, F/Lt T. Prescott, F/O N. Mara, F/O J. Burch, F/O J. Nixon, F/Lt O. Orendorff, F/Lt D. McGrath,

P/O G. Valentine, F/O R. Bertran, F/O D. Guy, F/O R. Russell, F/O R. Forbes, F/Lt W. Pierce, and F/O E.

Smyth landed at Lavenham on return due poor weather at base.

P/O G. Valentine RCAF--POW and crew, flying Halifax III LW-129 coded BMG, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt. A. Dollery, RAF W/O1 J. Lee, RCAF--POW, F/O H. English, RCAF--POW

P/O J. Tazuk, RCAF P/O A. McGraw, RCAF P/O W. Ritchie, RCAF

4 crew were killed and 3 POWs after being shot down by flak after bombing.

F/Lt L. Browning from 434 Squadron landed at Woodbridge on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt G. Halcro landed at Mildenhall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Moffatt and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-878 coded WL-E, were attacked by an FW-190, there was no

claim or damage.

October 9/10, 1944

F/O R. Stewart and crew from 408 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-776 coded EQ-U, were attacked by an

unidentified enemy aircraft. They were slightly damaged with a bullet hole in the fuselage and port wing, but

there was no claim.

F/O J. Britt and crew from 415 Squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-947 coded 6U-C, were attacked by an

unidentified single engine enemy aircraft. Some strikes were seen on the starboard wing, they claimed it

damaged.

F/O J. Kerr and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-586 coded 6U-Y, were attacked by an unidentified twin engine

enemy aircraft. The rear turret was slightly damaged, F/Sgt R. James was hit in the face by flying perspex

splinters, there was no claim.

F/O J. Weir was hit by flak outbound. The port outer had no power so the crew bombed from 13,000 feet. On

return the port inner was u/s. On final approach the port outer quit, they landed safely at Manston on 2

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engines.

F/O J. Cox from 420 Squadron returned early as they were hit by flak short of the target. Holes were in the

fuselage and most instruments were damaged.

F/O J. A. Sefton and crew, flying Halifax III LL-580 coded PT-U, were attacked by an ME-109, there was no

claim or damage.

F/O R. Field and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-595 coded PT-M, were attacked twice by an ME-109 and twice

by an ME-110, there was no claim or damage but some strikes were seen on the starboard wing of the

ME-110.

F/O H. Cowan from 424 Squadron landed at Old Buckenham on return.

F/Lt J. Hollinger and crew, flying Halifax III NP-947 coded QB-Y, were attacked by what they thought was

an ME-262, there was no claim or damage.

F/O W. Bonar and crew, flying Halifax III NP-945 coded QB-D, were attacked by an unidentified enemy

aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

W/Cdr G. Roy RCAF–POW and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-802 coded QB-G, failed to return from this

operation. F/O R. Hunter RCAF F/Lt G. Bumstead RCAF--POW, F/Lt McIlhagga RCAF--POW

F/O H. Grulkey RCAF--POW, P/O A. Harvey RCAF--POW, F/O M. Harding RCAF--POW

One crewmember was killed and 6 were POWs.

F/O W. Mark from 425 squadron had the stbd inner go u/s on return. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

P/O C. McInstry from 426 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

P/O R. Jones was hit by flak, not serious.

P/O W. Egan and crew, flying Halifax VII LW-203 coded OW-F, were attacked by an FW-190. Some strikes

were seen on the starboard wing and fuselage. It was claimed damaged.

W/O2 M. Fraser landed at Woodbridge on return due to a fuel shortage.

F/Lt E. Garrett was hit by flak. There were holes throughout the fuselage. Sgt R. Scott RCAF , the

mid-upper gunner was seriously injured. The crew landed at base but unfortunately this crewman died in

hospital.

F/O W. Fikis and crew from 429 Squadron, flying Halifax III LW-139 coded AL-X, were attacked by a

JU-88, there was no claim or damages.

P/O F. Augusta was hit by flak there were holes in the port fuel tanks. The crew landed at Old Buckenham due

to a fuel shortage. After touchdown, the port outer would not throttle down resulting in the Halifax running off

the runway and ground looping damaging the under carriage engines and propellors. The port outer engine

caught fire and was put out by the ground crew. The crew was not injured.

F/O M. MacLeod from 431 squadron returned early as they were unable to raise the under carriage.

F/O D. Hagar was hit by flak, there were holes in the tail plane.

F/O R. Tonnellier had one engine go u/s outbound. The crew bombed and returned safely on 3 engines.

P/O L. McGuire from 432 squadron returned early as the stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/O A. Potter had the stbd outer go u/s over the target. They bombed and returned safely on 3 engines.

F/Sgt N. Franko and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-697 coded QO-F, were attacked by an unidentified single

engine aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

F/O S. Dean and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-721 coded QO-X, were attacked by an unidentified single and

twin engine aircraft, there was no claims or damage.

F/O R. Diamond RCAF--POW and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-801 coded QO-N failed to return from this

operation. Sgt. K. Hutchinson RAF--POW, F/Lt. W. Nicholson RCAF--POW, F/O W. Stohlberg

RCAF-POW, W/O2 G. Sharpe RCAF--POW, W/O2 H. Graham RCAF--POW, F/Sgt M. Harrington

RCAF--POW

Crews had seen that they had been hit by falling bombs. They were all POWs.

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F/Lt. W. Miller from 433 squadron returned early due to the stbd outer being u/s. They landed safely at base

on 3 engines.

F/O G. Munroe from 434 Squadron was hit by flak. The rear turret was damaged and Sgt Power RCAF, the

rear gunner injured, though not seriously.

F/Lt C. Porter and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-921 coded WL-Q, were attacked by a FW-190, there was no

claim or damage.

F/O G. Eccelstone and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-358 coded WL-R, were attacked by an ME-410, there was

no claim or damage.

October 12, 1944

P/O E. Patzer from 408 Squadron was hit by flak, holes in the fuselage.

F/O J. Britt from 415 Squadron was hit by flak, holes in wings, stbd inner and fuselage.

F/O D. McTaggart was hit by flak, holes in fuselage and nose. They landed at Woodbridge on return.

F/O B. Roberts was hit by flak, holes in port wing.

F/O D. Stewart was hit by flak, holes in fuselage. P/O M. Washook , the mid-upper gunner, was seriously

injured in the back. They landed at West Raynham and then Witchford to drop off the injured gunner. Sadly

he died of his injuries.

F/Lt J. McAllister, RCAF, was hit by flak outbound. The fuselage was damaged and F/O C. Prawdzik, RCAF

, the navigator, was severely injured and taken to the rest position and attended to. The crew navigated by

following the stream. The bomb aimer, Sgt. E. Maynes, RCAF, carried out a Gee homing on Woodbridge due

to low clouds and visibility. On landing the stbd tire blew causing more damage and injuring the rear gunner,

F/O A. Smith, RCAF. This Halifax was written off due to the battle damage. Sadly, the navigator later died of

his injuries.

P/O W .MacDonald from 420 Squadron landed at Framlingham on return.

F/O E. McCutcheon landed at Thorpe Abbotts on return.

F/Lt. J. S. Sefton was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O J. Cox had the port inner go u/s over the target. They returned safely on 3 engines.

F/O C. McKenzie had the port inner go u/s outbound. The crew decided to attack Cleve. They were hit by flak

the fuselage was damaged, fuel tanks leaking and the mid-under gunner suffered a broken leg. They returned

to Volkel in Holland to drop off the injured gunner for medical attention, refuelled and returned safely to base.

F/O G. Lareau from 425 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O T. MacKinnon was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O C. Dionne was hit by flak, holes in the elevators.

F/O G. Beliveau was hit by flak, holes in the fuselage.

F/Lt. J. Galipeau was hit by flak, holes in the fuselage.

F/O M. Fraser, P/O D. Irwin, F/O T. Layman, F/O P. Labelle, and P/O R. Jones from 426 Squadron were hit

by flak, not serious.

P/O A. McKay was hit by flak, holes in the fuselage. The bomb aimer, F/O I. Garries RCAF suffered injuries

to his hand, head and leg.

F/Lt R. Garvin from 427 squadron returned early due to severe icing.

F/O P. Millard returned early due to the stbd outer going u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/Lt A. Sherlock was hit by flak, stbd inner damaged.

F/O F. Brownell was hit by flak, holes in wings, fuselage and tail.

P/O W. Fikis from 429 Squadron returned early as the stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/O A. MacDonald had part of the leading edge of the wing blow off in flight.

F/O J. Lakeman, P/O J. Lasek, F/O J. Keslick, F/O R. Mitchell, F/Lt H. Brown and F/O J. Barlow were hit by

flak, not serious.

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F/O C. Hemming from 432 Squadron was hit by flak. The stbd outer was u/s, holes in the wings, tail and

fuselage. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O M. Krakowsky was hit by flak, stbd outer, wings, fuel tanks, aileron and fuselage holed.

P/O H. Britton RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-738 coded QO-J, was hit by flak. Both outer engines

were u/s, fuel tanks holed and killing F/O F. Todd, the bomb aimer. As they were approaching Woodbridge on

2 engines, control was lost and they crashed a mile short of the runway. F/Lt D. Speller RCAF

Sgt D. Knight RAF, Sgt D. Hyatt RCAF, F/O F. Todd RCAF, F/Lt S. Walker RCAF

F/Sgt W. Hoffman RCAF, F/Sgt R. Dickinson RCAF

P/O H. Britton and Sgt D. Knight, the Flt engineer were unjured.

October 14, 1944

F/O H. Jones from 408 squadron returned to base early as the hydraulics were u/s.

P/O T. Barber was hit by flak, not serious.

S/Ldr. S. Frankling from 415 squadron was hit by flak, holes in the stbd wing.

F/O B. Roberts was hit by flak, holes in port wing, aileron and flap.

October 14/15, 1944

P/O G. Harpwood from 408 squadron returned early as the stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/O G. Frankling returned early as one engine had a runaway propellor and carburetor ice.

P/O R. Stewart returned without bombing as the load hung up.

F/O L. Deryckere from 415 squadron returned early as the port inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/O J. Weir landed at Manston on return.

F/O J. Tims was chased by enemy fighters all the way back to the English coast.

F/O D.Stewart had a 1000 lb bomb fall through the bomb doors. There was a 7x2 foot hole in the bomb doors.

They landed safely at Woodbridge on return.

F/O S. McFadden had a 1000 lb bomb fall through the bomb doors.

F/O H. Knobovitch had the port inner go u/s outbound. They bombed from a lower altitude. On return there

was a fire near the radios that was put out by the crew.

Sgt. C. Krocker was attacked by an enemy aircraft, there was no claim. On approach, they crash landed short

of the runway. Sgt L. Tongue RAF, Sgt R. Nicholls RCAF, Sgt R. Chatfield RCAF

F/Sgt G. Doyle RCAF, F/Sgt B. Walker RCAF, Sgt M. Orbach RCAF, W/O2 C. Rowe RCAF

The crew was not injured.

F/O J. Cox from 420 squadron returned early as the port inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/Lt. J. S. Sefton had the port outer u/s over the target. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O G. Haslop returned early. They were in a mid-air collision. The stbd fin and rudder were torn off. They

landed safely at Woodbridge.

F/O G.Hawthorn from 424 squadron returned early as they were burning too much fuel.

F/O C. Pidcock, RCAF , and crew from 425 squadron failed to return from this operation. They crashed

behind allied lines. Sgt. P. McCarthy, RAF, F/Sgt. F. Cartan, RCAF, F/O R. England, RCAF

F/Sgt. N. Croucher, RCAF, F/Sgt. G. Servis, RCAF, Sgt. T. Munro, RCAF, Sgt. H. McClure, RCAF

2 crew were killed.

P/O R. Fuller from 426 squadron returned early as the pilot’s escape hatch blew off.

P/O C. McKinstry landed at Woodbridge due to a fuel shortage.

F/O W. Britton from 427 squadron returned early as the stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

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F/O H. Egli landed at Bircham Newton on return.

F/O R. Dench from 428 squadron was hit by flak, holes in stbd wing.

P/O H. Humber was attacked by an FW-190. There was no claim.

F/Sgt. L. Read landed away due to a fuel shortage.

P/O W. Fikis from 429 squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O J. Lasek landed at Woodbridge due to a fuel shortage.

W/Cdr. J. MacDonald from 432 squadron was attacked by an enemy aircraft. It was claimed damaged.

F/Sgt. R. Saunders from 433 squadron returned early due to the stbd outer going u/s. They landed safely at

base on 3 engines.

F/O G. O’Grady landed at Downham Market due to a fuel shortage.

F/O J. Wagman from 434 squadron returned early as one engine was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/Lt. D. Wood, RCAF , had the stbd outer catch fire after takeoff. Sgt. G. Grant, RAF

F/O W. Ewing, RCAF, F/O W. Sterling, RCAF, F/Sgt. O. Stamtis, RCAF, Sgt. O. Parsons, RCAF

Sgt. D. Ward, RCAF

The crew tried to get to the airfield at Church Lawford. The wing burned off and 2 crew members were able to

get out before the Halifax crashed to the ground.

F/Lt. W. Dumas and F/O P. Burden landed at Woodbridge on return.

October 15/16, 1944

F/O J. Kellond from 408 Squadron landed at Downham Market on return due to a fuel shortage.

P/O G. Harpwood landed at Stradishall on return due to a fuel shortage.

P/O E. Patzer landed at Old Buckenham on return due to a fuel shortage.

F/Lt H. Minhinnick and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-756 coded EQ-T, were attacked by a JU-88, there was no

claim or damage.

F/Lt F. Smart, RCAF--POW, and crew failed to return from this operation. Sgt. D. Morris, RAF--POW

F/O J. Wolfe, RCAF F/O R. Roman, RCAF--POW, P/O D. Brewer, RCAF--POW

Sgt. D. Davies, RCAF--POW, Sgt. L. Dupont, RCAF--POW

1 crew was killed and 6 POWs.

F/O C. Chartier from 415 squadron was hit by flak, holes in the elevator. Landed at Tempsford on return.

F/O J. Kerr had the stbd inner catch fire on return. They landed safely at Carnaby on return.

F/O F. Forbes landed at Downham Market on return.

P/O R. Gingrich landed at Rackheath on return.

F/Lt J. Northrup landed at Attlebridge on return.

F/O C. Chartier from 415 Squadron was hit by flak, holes in the elevator. Landed at Tempsford on return.

F/O J. Kerr had the stbd inner catch fire on return. They landed safely at Carnaby on return.

F/O F. Forbes landed at Downham Market on return.

P/O R. Gingrich landed at Rackheath on return.

F/Lt J. Northrup landed at Attlebridge on return.

F/O E. Johnson from 420 Squadron returned early as the under carriage would not retract.

F/Lt T. Dailey returned early as the hydraulics were u/s.

F/O V. Glover and crew, flying Halifax III LL-580 coded PT-U, were attacked by a JU-88, there was no claim

or damage. They landed at Foulsham on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O A. Caine, F/O O. Austenson, F/Lt F. Bird, F/Lt J. S. Sefton, F/O J. Cox, F/O E. Watson, F/O C.

McKenzie, and F/Lt G. Heron landed at Foulsham on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Mark, P/O W. Corbett, F/O P. Legault, F/O T. MacKinnon, F/Lt J. Belanger, F/O R. Lafreniere, F/O

G. Lareau, F/O G. Beauleau, F/O D. Smith, P/O J. Sicotte, and F/O V. Brimicombe from 425 Squadron landed

at Foulsham on return due to poor weather at base.

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P/O N. Becker from 426 squadron was hit by flak, rear turret damaged.

P/O M. Fraser landed at Tibbenham on return.

F/Lt R. Garvin, F/O J. Hardy, F/Lt E. Sherlock, F/O W. Britton, F/O J. Mulholland, F/O D. Hepburn, W/Cdr

V. Ganderton, F/O F. Brownell, F/O H. Ruffell, and F/Lt G. Slocombe from 427 Squadron landed at Horsham

St. Faith on return due to poor weather at base

S/Ldr L. Neilly, F/Lt A. Childs, F/O A. M. MacDonald, F/O H. Hogarth, F/Lt D. Hendrickson, P/O B.

Drewery, F/Lt A. Patterson, P/O W. Fikis, F/Lt A. Milner, F/O F. Biddell, F/O J. Lakeman, F/O J. Keslick,

F/O M. Lanin, F/Lt E. Hawn, F/O L. Keelan, and F/O J. Lasek from 429 Squadron landed at Horsham St.

Faith on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O A. Huchala, F/O G. McNeill, and F/O H. Willaimson from 431 Squadron landed at Wratting Common on

return due to poor weather at base.

F/O T. Rhodes and F/O J. Lightbown landed at Chedburgh on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O L. Laing landed at Stradishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O M. MacLeod and crew, flying Halifax III NP-999 coded BM-W, were attacked by a FW-190, there was

no claim or damage, although some strikes were seen. They landed at Stradishall on return due to poor

weather at base.

F/O A. Park, RCAF , and crew failed to return from this operation. Sgt. T. Oldroyd, RAF

F/O W. Sanders, RCAF F/O J. Hagell, RCAF F/Sgt. W. Mann, RCAF F/Sgt. S. Mara, RCAF

F/Sgt. D. Proudfoot, RCAF

All were killed.

P/O L. McGuire and crew from 432 Squadron flying Halifax VII NP-802 coded QO-S were attacked by a

JU-88, there was no claim or damage.

F/Lt D. Spellar RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-723 coded QO-D, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt. C. Moss, RAF F/O T. Fisher, RCAF F/O G. Gilbert, RCAF Sgt. J. Hogg, RCAF

Sgt. G. Cook, RAF Sgt. K. Odobas, RAF

All were killed.

F/Lt P. Holmes, P/O W. Jensen, and F/O S. McKellar from 433 Squadron landed at Attlebridge on return due

to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Egger landed at Bottesford on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O H. Solomos landed at Molesworth on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O W. Parker and F/O R. Forbes landed at Coltishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O R. Mountford landed at Catfoss on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt C. Appleton landed at Lissett on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Burch landed at Carnaby on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt J. Howes landed at Ossington on return due to poor weather at base.

Sgt F. Hart, F/O J. Moffatt, F/O A. Ecclestone, F/O G. Munroe and F/O J. Wagman from 434 Squadron

landed at Stradishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt G. Halcro, F/O A. Kiehlbauch, F/O H. Hawley and F/O L. Coulter landed at Chedburgh on return due to

poor weather at base.

F/O K. Magrath landed at Wratting Common on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O F. Badgley landed at Sheppard’s Grove on return due to poor weather at base.

While the attack was going on at Wilhelmshaven, 10 Halifaxes from 424 squadron were ordered on a mining

operation to the Kattegat. The crews were over the garden at 12,000 feet, sowing 36@1500 lb mines.

F/O F. Pearson returned early as the port outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O D. Chance and F/O J. King landed at Winfield on return due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr A. Fentiman, F/O J. Hollinger, F/O E. Smith, F/o G. Hawthorn, and F/Lt W. Anderson landed at

Charterhall on return due to poor weather at base.

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F/Lt R. Guild RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-901 coded QB-N, failed to return from this operation.

F/O F. Pearson returned early as the port outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O D. Chance and F/O J. King landed at Winfield on return due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr A. Fentiman, F/O J. Hollinger, F/O E. Smith, F/O G. Hawthorn, and F/Lt W. Anderson landed at

Charterhall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt R. Guild RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-901 coded QB-N, failed to return from this operation.

P/O N. Smith, RCAF F/Lt. J. Lee, RCAF F/O. V. Riley, RCAF F/O J. Grace, RCAF

F/O H. Loughran, RCAF F/O W. Jory, RCAF

All were killed.

October 21/22, 1944

F/O N. Muir and F/O J. Barlow of 429 Squadron landed at Skipton on Swale on return.

F/O R. James had the undercarriage collapse on landing. The stbd fin ,rudder and wing was damaged. The

crew was not injured.

P/O R. Saunders of 433 Squadron returned early, the stbd inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

October 23/24, 1944

F/O R. Wallis and crew from 408 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-761 coded EQ-A, were attacked twice by

a JU-88, there was no damage or claim.

P/O L. Case landed at Manston on return due to a fuel shortage.

P/O R. Harlow, P/O T. Barber, F/O D. Brown, and F/O W. Shields landed at Tempsford on return due to a fuel

shortage.

F/Lt W. Brown and crew from 415 Squadron, flying Halifax III LL-575 coded 6U-A, were attacked by an

FW-190, there was no damage or claim.

F/Lt T. Chapman was attacked by an FW-190, there was no damage or claim.

F/O C. Chartier landed at Levenham on return due to a fuel shortage.

F/Sgt W. Lane returned early. Control was lost due to severe icing. Control was regained at 6,000 feet and at

2,000 feet most of the ice melted but was too late to continue.

F/O E. Johnson from 420 Squadron returned early due to the port outer being u/s. Landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/Lt F. McCarthy returned early as the port outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O J. A. Sefton returned early due to the port inner being u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O J. Cox was hit by flak, port fin damaged.

F/O O. Austenson was hit by flak, not serious. Landed at Carnaby due to low brake pressure.

F/Lt G. Jones had most of his instruments go u/s due to icing.

F/Lt T. Dailey was hit by flak, not serious. Landed at Chedburgh on return.

F/O S. Young RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III NA-509 coded PT-V, swung on landing at Wellesbourne

Mountford. The under carriage collapsed and the Halifax was severely damaged. Sgt B. Morgan RAF

F/O N. Salkovitch RCAF, F/O R. McManus RCAF, Sgt A. Williams RCAF, F/Sgt W. Irwin RCAF

F/Sgt J. Patterson RCAF

Crew was not injured.

All crews reported severe icing to and from the target.

F/O D. Sanders from 424 squadron returned early due to the port inner going u/s. They landed safely at base

on 3 engines.

F/O G. Hawthorne was hit by flak, not serious. Landed at Wratting Common on return.

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F/O L. Wright was hit by flak, holes in stbd wing. Landed at Wratting Common on return.

F/O J. King, F/O W. Bonar, F/O W. Palidwar, F/O F. Pearson, F/Lt. R. Green, F/O R. Burns, and P/O C.

Walker landed at Wratting Common on return.

F/Lt H. Franks and crew from 425 Squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-620 coded KW-T, were attacked by an

FW-190, there was no claim or damage.

P/O W. Corbett was hit by flak, not serious. Generators were u/s on return so crew landed at Manston.

F/O G. Beaulieu’s bomb aimer and Flt/engineer collapsed due to lack of oxygen. Port inner was also u/s. Crew

landed at Chedburgh on 3 engines.

F/O J. Seguin had his Halifax go into a spin due to icing. They lost 9,000 feet and landed safely at Marston

Moor.

W/Cdr H. Ledoux and F/Lt J. Belanger landed at Chedburgh on return.

F/O J. Marcotte landed at Tuddenham on return.

F/Lt A. Jones from 426 Squadron returned early due to the stbd outer being u/s. They landed safely at base on

3 engines.

F/O H. Hicken was hit by flak, not serious.

P/O D. Irwin landed at Downham Market on return.

P/O W. Egan landed at Tempsford on return.

F/Lt E. Garrett landed at Tempsford on return due to a fuel shortage.

P/O R. Fuller and F/O J. Lowe landed at Manston on return.

F/O J. Barlow from 429 squadron had the port inner go u/s outbound. On return the under carriage came down

and aircraft lost height. Crew landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O H. Hogarth landed at Stradishall due to a fuel shortage.

P/O B. Drewery landed at Manston due to a fuel shortage.

F/O C. Lee, F/O R. James, and F/O L. Keelan landed at Wratting Common due to a fuel shortage.

F/O N. Muir RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-906 coded AL-H, failed to return from this operation.

Sgt. J. Wemyss, RAF F/O D. Pole, RCAF F/Sgt. L. Innes, RCAF F/Sgt. P. Mitchell, RCAF

F/Sgt. G. Hallam, RCAF F/Sgt. L. Moore, RCAF

They were lost without a trace.

F/O S. Sorenson from 431 squadron returned early due to severe icing. Controls iced up

F/O G. Quinlan, F/O R. Harrison, F/O B. Kaplansky, W/O2 W. Weitendorf, and F/O L. Laing landed at

Newmarket on return.

P/O L. McGuire from 432 Squadron returned early due to severe icing. They landed at Woodbridge.

F/O A. Bews returned early as the stbd inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O G. Barron and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-698 coded QO-U, were attacked by a ME-110, there was no

claim or damage.

F/O C. Hemming RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-722 coded QO-S, had the rudder pin shear due to

icing. Sgt E. Hemsley RAF, F/O J. Bishop RCAF, F/O E. Holmes RCAF, P/O J. Brusone RCAF

Sgt J. Gallant RCAF, Sgt R. Brown RCAF

They crash landed at Manston with no injury to the crew.

F/O A. Craig landed at Newmarket on return.

F/O A. Potter landed at Tempsford on return.

P/O W. Jensen from 433 squadron landed at Stradishall on return.

F/O D. Guy and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-417 coded BM-Q, were fired upon by a Halifax, there was no

damage.

P/O W. Jensen and crew, flying Halifax III NP-936 coded BM-O, were fired upon by a Lancaster, there was

no damage.

Sgt F. Hart from 434 Squadron returned early as the port inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

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engines.

F/Lt C. Porter and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-878 coded WL-Y, were attacked by a ME-262. There was no

claim or damage.

F/O M. Harvie was hit by a 1,000 lb bomb over the target. There were 3 rips in the port wing, the leading edge

of the wing was torn off, port inner engine was u/s. The port stabilizer was also damaged. They landed safely

at base on 3 engines.

F/Lt T. Buttle, P/O C. Alger, and W/O1 C. Ferris landed at Newmarket on return.

October 25, 1944

P/O L. Case of 408 Squadron returned early as the hydraulics were u/s and the undercarriage could not be

raised.

F/O D. Brown had the port outer and stbd inner go u/s on the return flight. Over England the port outer

propellor flew off. The crew bailed our safely on the pilots orders. F/O Brown was able to landed the Halifax

safely at Woodhall Spa.

F/O C. Chartier of 415 squadron had the stbd outer go u/s outbound.the crew bombed from 10,000 feet and

returned safely to base on 3 engines.

S/Ldr. J. Hovey was hit by flak over the target, there were holes in the tail plane.

F/O E. Johnston of 420 squadron returned early. The stbd inner was u/s, they landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/Lt. F. McCarthy landed at Leiston on return.

F/O V. Glover was hit by a 500 and 1,000 lb bomb over the target. The 1,000 lb bomb passed through the port

wing between the engines taking out 2 fuel tanks. The 500 lb bomb hit the stbd elevator damaging it. The crew

was able to bring this damaged aircraft back to base without injuries.

F/O J. Prentice of 429 squadron returned early. The port inner was u/s after takeoff. They climbed to 10,000

feet and restarted the engine but it oversped. Crew returned safely to base on 3 engines.

F/O L. Keelan was hit by flak, it was not serious.

F/O A. Bews of 432 squadron returned early. The stbd outer was u/s, they landed safely at base on 3 engines.

P/O J. Kelly of 433 squadron returned early. Stbd outer was u/s, they landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O I. Andres of 434 squadron was hit by flak, there was holes in the fuselage near the nose. There were no

injuries and the crew returned safely to base.

October 28, 1944

195 Halifaxes from 408, 415, 420, 424, 425, 426, 427, 429, 432, 433, and 434 squadrons on an attack on

Cologne. The crews were over the target at between 18,000 and 21,000 feet, releasing 1,570,000 lbs of high

explosive and 285,000 lbs of incendiaries.

P/O W. Tunis of 408 squadron was hit by flak. There were many holes through out the fuselage. The crew

returned safely to base without injuries.

S/Ldr. D. Pettit had his hydraulics go u/s on return. The bomb doors would not close, crew landed safely at

East Moor.

F/O R. Bowhay was hit by flak, was not serious.

F/O D. Kennedy was hit by flak. The stbd outer caught fire, also holes in stbd fuel tank. They landed safely at

base.

P/O L. Case landed at Tholthorpe on return due to poor weather.

F/O H. Sokoloff landed at Polebrook on return due to poor weather.

F/O G. Frankling seen flares on the water on return. They took a reading on their position and radioed for air

rescue. A rescue boat was dispatched and a crew from 10 squadron was picked up. This crew landed safely at

Woodbridge on return due to poor weather.

F/Lt. C. Chartier of 415 squadron was hit by flak, was not serious.

F/Lt. T. Mears was hit by flak. Holes in bomb doors, port wing, tail plane and fin. Crew landed safely at base.

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F/Lt. T. Chapman had the stbd inner over speed on return. Crew landed safely at Manston.

F/Lt. F. McCarthy from 420 squadron was hit by flak. There were holes in the stbd wing, crew landed safely at

base.

F/O J. Bonner was hit by flak. The mid-upper gunner, Sgt D. Cochrane RCAF, was seriously wounded. They

landed safely at Woodbridge to tend to the injured gunner.

F/O H. Cowan from 424 Squadron returned early as both stbd engines were u/s. They landed safely at base on

2 engines.

F/O G. MacLean was hit by flak. Holes in fuselage and the hydraulics were u/s. They landed safely at base.

F/O L. Loving was hit by flak. Holes in nose of aircraft. They returned safely to base.

F/O J. King was hit by flak. Stbd outer was u/s over the target, also holes in stbd wing, fuselage and stbd tail

plane. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

W/Cdr. C. Marshall was hit by flak. Holes in port wing, oil tank and aileron. They landed safely at

Woodbridge.

F/O E. Lefevre had the stbd outer go u/s outbound. They bombed from 10,000 feet and returned safely on 3

engines.

P/O A. Martel from 425 squadron had the port inner go u/s outbound. They bombed from a lower altitude and

returned safely on 3 engines.

F/O G. Perrier landed at binbrook on return due to a fuel shortage.

P/O G. Hamilton of 426 Squadron returned early as the hydraulics were u/s.

F/Lt. C. Boddington was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O G. Tergerdine of 427 Squadron returned early. Stbd inner was u/s, they landed safely at base on 3 engines.

P/O W. Wilson and F/O G. Plyley were hit by flak, not serious.

P/O W. Fikis of 429 Squadron was hit by flak. The wireless operator was killed, rudder controls damaged,

fuselage holed and stbd tire was flat. They landed safely at Woodbridge.

F/O D. Bell was hit by flak. Port fuselage, aileron was damaged. Flt/engineer was injured, crew landed safely

at Manston.

P/O B. Drewery, F/O A. MacDonald and P/O G. Hay landed at Carnaby due to a fuel shortage.

F/O F. Baxter of 432 Squadron landed at Elvington on return.

F/O W. Watson from 433 squadron was hit by flak. Mid-upper turret hit.

F/O R. Mountford was hit by failing incendiaries. Ailerons and nose damaged. They landed safely at

Woodbridge.

Sgt F. Hart RCAF and crew from 434 Squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-420 coded WL-F, had the stbd outer

catch fire on return. Crew were not able to put the fire out and they were forced to bail out.

P/O L Garding, RCAF, F/O R. Birch, RCAF, Sgt. J. Banville, RCAF, P/O D. Noble, RCAF

P/O W. Newman, RCAF. The Halifax crashed near Liston.

"http://www.rcaf.com/6group/Colognestrike.html" 432 Squadron over Cologne. Graciously supplied by

Ian--57 Rescue

October 30/31 1944

F/Lt H. Minhinnick of 408 Squadron returned to base early as the port outer was vibrating badly and the port

rudder disintegrated.

F/O E. Wylie and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-749 coded EQ-Y, were attacked by an unidentified single

engine aircraft, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Waddington on return due to poor weather at

base.

F/O L. Case and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-714 coded EQ-V, were attacked by an ME-110, there was no

claim or damage, although some strikes were seen.

P/O E. Patzer landed at Thorpe Abbots on return due to poor weather at base.

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F/O G. Frankling landed at Bury St. Edmonds on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Kellond, W/Cdr J. Easton, F/Lt A. Scheelar, P/O W. Tunis, F/O C. Pitu, P/O T. Barber, F/O E. Finch,

F/O K. Mowatt, F/O R. Armitage, P/O G. Harpwood, F/Lt K. Parkhurst, F/O W. Shields, and F/O R. Bowhay

landed at Waddington on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt J. Northrup of 415 Squadron landed at Bradwell Bay ,short of fuel as they could not retract the stbd main

wheel and tail wheel.

F/Lt T. Mears returned early as they could not raise the undercarriage. They landed safely at Woodbridge.

F/Lt C. Thompson landed at Balderton on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Mitchell and F/O W. Regimbal landed at Martlesham Heath on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt H. Barnes landed at Coningsby on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O R. Sierolawski, F/O S. McFadden, F/O L. Deryckere, F/O J. Meagher, S/Ldr J. Hovey, F/Lt J. Little,

W/Cdr F. Ball, P/O S. Mooers, F/O J. Britt, F/O H. Knobovitch, F/O J. Kerr, F/O R. Gingrich, F/O J.

McQuiston, F/O O. Lindquist, and F/O D. McNeill landed at Metheringham on return due to poor weather at

base.

F/O W. Thomas of 429 squadron had the port outer go u/s on return. They landed at Juvincourt France, on 3

engines, low on fuel.

F/O C. Gray and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-880 coded AL-H, were attacked by an unidentified single engine

aircraft, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Spilsby on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O B. Drewery landed at Woodbridge on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt D. Henrickson landed at Foulsham on return due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr R. Bolduc, F/O F. Biddell, F/Lt S. Mitchell, F/O J. Lakeman, F/O H. Hogarth, F/Lt G. Bennett, F/O D.

Gillis, F/O C. Lee, F/O J. Prentice, F/Lt A. Milner, F/O J. Keslick, F/O M. Lanin, F/O L. Keelan, and F/Lt A.

Childs landed at Spilsby on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Saye, F/O N. Patterson, F/O C. Hemming, F/O D. McKinnon, F/Lt C. Fyfe, P/O J. Hamilton, F/Lt L.

Kropf, F/O A. Bews, F/O G. McNicoll, F/O F. Eilertson, P/O A. Stedman, F/O J. Mills, F/O F. Jeffery, F/O F.

Horan, F/O J. Gault, F/O S. Dean, F/O G. Barron, F/Lt J. Thompson, and F/Lt W. Miller from 432 Squadron

landed at Syerston on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O E. Smyth and P/O W. Jensen from 433 Squadron landed at Oulton on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt W. Miller landed at Debach on return due to poor weather at base.

W/Cdr F. Sharp, F/O J. Smale, F/O W. Watson, F/O J. Burch, F/O A. Heathcote, F/Lt J. Howes, F/O S.

McKellar, F/O R. Simpson, F/Lt L. Allatt, F/O R. Russell, W/Cdr A. Lewington, F/O D. Guy, and F/O G.

O’Grady landed at Foulsham on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt J. Francis and crew from 434 Squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-421 coded WL-A, were attacked by a

JU-88, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Fulbeck on return.

W/O1 C. Ferris returned early. The stbd inner was u/s after takeoff, the crew continued but the port inner

started to fail. They landed safely at Woodbridge on 3 engines.

F/Lt G. Halcro landed at Mildenhall on return due to poor weather at base.

W/Cdr A. Blackburn, F/O A. Kiehlbauch, F/O L. Coulter, F/O M. Harvie, F/Lt D. Boyle, F/O R. Henry, F/O J.

Moffatt, F/O V. Barr, F/O I. Andres, P/O H. Hawley, P/O C. Alger, and F/Lt C. Porter landed at Fulbeck on

return due to poor weather at base.

P/O R. Telford landed at Cranwell on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Wagman, P/O J. Bagley, and P/O M. Isenberg landed at Woodbridge on return due to poor weather at

base.

As there was bad weather at the groups’ bases, crews landed at Fullbeck, Mildenhall, Woodbridge, Cromwell,

Oulton, Debach, Syerston , Foulsham, Spilsby, Rivenhall, East Kirkby, Waddington, Bardney, Old

Buckenham, Metheringham, Stoughton, Carnaby, Swinderby, North Creake, Downham Market, Langham,

Little Snoring, Harwick, West Rayham, Coningsby, Martlesham Heath, Balderton, Thorpe Abbott, and Bury

St. Edmonds.

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November 1/2, 1944

P/O E. Patzer from 408 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

P/O L. Case and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-714 coded EQ-V, were attacked by 2 ME-210s. Many strikes

were seen on the first attacker and the port engine burst into flames and the ME-210 dove down through the

clouds. The second attack took place as the ME-210 was attacking a Lancaster, both gunners opened fire,

many strikes were seen and it burst into flames and dove through the clouds. They were both claimed

destroyed.

P/O T. Donnelly from 415 squadron had the stbd outer go u/s on return. They landed safely at Woodbridge on

3 engines.

F/O R. Gingrich had the port rudder and elevator damaged when the escape hatch blew off.

F/O F. Beairsto and crew from 420 Squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-540 coded PT-H, were attacked by a

JU-88,there was no claim or damage.

F/O W. Shotton was hit by flak, there were holes in both wings.

F/Lt F. McCarthy lost a bomb door on return.

F/O E. Johnson had the port outer go u/s on return. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/Lt J. S. Sefton and crew, flying Halifax III LL-605 coded PT-K, were attacked by an ME-109, many strikes

were seen, the engine caught fire and it dove to the ground, it was claimed destroyed.

F/O O. Austenson had a hydraulics go u/s on return as the bomb doors fell open.

F/O R.Burns from 424 squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

P/O A Jacobs, RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-376 coded QB-K, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt. G. Vernon, RAF F/O J. Fraser, RCAF P/O. W. Gibson, RCAF

P/O R. Kay, RCAF P/O W. Yunsko, RCAF F/Sgt. H. Botterill, RCAF

All were killed.

F/O T. MacKinnon from 425 Squadron returned early as the stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on

3 engines.

F/O R. Lafreniere was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O A. Hutcheon landed at Woodbridge due to the brakes being u/s.

F/O D. Smith landed at Carnaby due to the brakes being u/s.

F/O P. Legault and crew, flying Halifax III NA-634 coded KW-X, were attacked by an ME-110, strikes were

seen and it was claimed damaged. They were also damaged, the port flap was shot off and the fuselage was

riddled with exploding shrapnel.

P/O G. Chabot was hit by flak, there was holes in the fuselage bomb doors and elevator. They landed at

Horsham St. Faith due to a fuel shortage.

F/Lt M. Dugas, RCAF--POW and crew, flying Halifax III LW-379 coded KW-D, failed to return from this

operation. F/Sgt. J. Carrier, RCAF--POW, F/Lt. H. Goodwin, RAF--POW, F/O J. St. Arnaud, RCAF--POW

W/O2 J. Ranger, RCAF--POW, P/O J. Crispin, RCAF--POW, F/Sgt. J. Federico, RCAF--POW

P/O J. Savoie, RCAF

1 crew-member was killed and 7 were POWs after being shot down by a Nightfighter over the target.

P/O T. Layman from 426 squadron returned early as they were unable to raise the under carriage.

F/Lt. A. Jones was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O W. Anderson, RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-709 coded OW-A, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt. J. Langton, RAF F/O G. Mullin, RCAF P/O C. Goble, RCAF Sgt. T. Edgell, RCAF

F/Sgt. L. Griffith, RCAF F/Sgt. J. McLea, RCAF

All were killed.

P/O R. Goreham, RCAF--POW and crew flying Halifax VII NP-771 coded OW-J failed to return from this

operation. Sgt. R. Charlton, RAF, P/O E. Courtis, RCAF, P/O A. McLeod, RCAF, P/O J. Weedon, RCAF

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P/O W. Morrison, RCAF--POW, P/O A. Balfour, RCAF

5 crew were killed and 2 POWs after being shot down by flak.

F/O G. Tegerdine and crew from 427 Squadron, flying Halifax III were attacked by 2 Jet propelled aircraft,

many strikes were seen on both and they both burst into flames, one was claimed damaged and the other,

probably destroyed..

F/Lt E. Sherlock was attacked by a Jet propelled aircraft. Many strikes were seen and it burst into flames,

diving vertically through the clouds, it was claimed probably destroyed.

F/Lt. G. Bennett from 429 squadron had the port inner go u/s over the target. They returned safely on 3

engines.

F/O C. Gray and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-474 coded AL-B, were attacked head on by an FW-190. F/O R.

Herbert, the bomb aimer, shot it down. Pretty amazing feat with a single vickers gun!!!

F/O D. Magee was hit by flak. There was severe damage to the stbd outer engine, wings, fins, rudders and

fuselage. The Flt/Engineer, Sgt. M. Bareham , was fatally wounded despite the crews efforts to care for him.

On landing at Woodbridge, the Halifax swung and the under carriage collapsed damaging it further. The crew

escaped further injuries.

F/O D. McKinnon from 432 squadron returned early as the intercom was u/s.

W/Cdr F. Sharp from 433 squadron was attacked by a JU-88, there was no claim or damage.

W/O1 C. Ferris RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III NR-144 coded WL-S from 434 squadron, was hit by flak,

there were holes in the fuselage. The wireless operator, W/O1 S. Martin , was fatally injured. The bomb

aimer, navigator and Flt/Engineer were also injured.

F/O J. Badgley, RCAF , and crew flying Halifax III NR-114 coded WL-U,failed to return from this

operation. P/O D. Jones, RAF F/O R. Halfnight, RCAF--POW, P/O R. Murphy, RCAF

W/O2 L. Gobel, RCAF--POW, P/O D. Brown, RCAF P/O A. Best, RCAF

5 crewmembers were killed and 2 were POWs.

November 2/3, 1944

F/Lt H. Bracken and crew from 408 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-756 coded EQ-T, were attacked by an

FW-190. Many strikes were seen, it then caught fired and exploded as it entered the clouds. It was claimed

destroyed.

F/O J. Kellond landed at Faldingworth due to a fuel shortage.

P/O E. Patzer landed at Watten due to a fuel shortage.

F/Lt A. Scheelar landed at Bury St.Edmonds due to a fuel shortage.

F/O H. Sokoloff landed at Snetterton Heath due to a fuel shortage.

F/O R. Johnson landed at Rattlesden due to a fuel shortage

P/O V. Gilson RCAF, and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-744 EQ-Q, crashed in Belgium on return.

Sgt. A. Anderson, RAF, F/O D. Staples, RCAF F/O L. Reaume, RCAF P/O D. Woodworth, RCAF

F/Sgt. W. Sutton, RCAF P/O A. Ineson, RCAF

3 crew members were injured and 4 killed.

F/O J. Tims from 415 squadron returned early as the port inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/O F. Forbes RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-882 coded 6U-C, were attacked by a JU-88. It was

claimed destroyed. The rear turret was wrecked and on fire, flaps were down and bomb doors open. The crew

put the fire out and 3 crew members had to operate the elevators. Sgt R. Afford RAF, the Flt/engineer was also

injured. Sgt R. Afford RAF, P/O J. Fernie RCAF, F/Sgt S. Morris RCAF, W/O2 V. Witteralli RCAF, F/Sgt J.

Scarf RCAF, Sgt T. Robertson RCAF

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The crew safely made it back to Woodbridge were the Halifax was written off due to battle damage.

F/O H. Knobovitch, RCAF, and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-603 coded 6U-E, failed to return from this

operation. F/Sgt. S. Kirkpatrick, RAF--POW, F/O A. Orchard, RCAF, F/O B. Anderson, RCAF

P/O J. Harper, RCAF, F/O W. Huskilson, RCAF, F/Sgt. C. Seeley, RCAF--POW, P/O V. Valde, RCAF

6 were killed and 2 were POWs.

F/O W. Regimbal, RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III NA-583 coded 6U-F, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt. S. Spence, RAF F/O R. Rose, RCAF F/O H. Rabkin, RCAF F/O G. Zbura, RCAF

P/O V. Nelson, RCAF P/O J. Griffin, RCAF P/O M. Morton, RCAF

All were killed.

F/Lt F. McCarthy and crew from 420 Squadron, flying Halifax III NA-632 coded PT-E, were attacked by a

JU-88, strikes were seen on the fuselage starboard wing and engine. It descended into the clouds with the

engine on fire. It was claimed damaged.

P/O W. MacDonald was attacked twice by an FW-190, there was no claim or damage.

F/O W. Shotton collided with another aircraft over the target. The landed safely at Woodbridge on 3 engines.

F/O J. King RCAF and crew from 424 Squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-822 coded QB-F, was hit by flak over

the target. The port tail plane and rudder were severely damaged. Port wing badly hit and port outer caught

fire and started to burn under the wing. Because the Halifax was losing height the crew bailed out over allied

territory. Shortly after the fire went out, F/O King was able to stabilize the aircraft but because he wasn’t sure

of his bearing and low on fuel, he chose to belly land the damaged Halifax. He safely did so near Aisne with

damage to the nose and propellors. Sgt M. Grant RCAF, F/O T. Tustin RCAF

F/O F. Moss RCAF, F/O W. Harris RCAF, Sgt A. Jopp RCAF, Sgt J. Warwicker RCAF

The crews members that bailed out were all safe except the wireless operator who was slightly injured.

F/O W. Bonar, RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III LW-131 coded QB-J, failed to return from this operation.

P/O W. Galbraith, RAF, P/O A. Cayer, RCAF, F/Sgt. J. Lambert, RCAF--POW

P/O J. Cote, RCAF--POW, F/Sgt. A. McMullin, RCAF--POW, P/O A. Keeping, RCAF

4 were killed and 3 POWs.

F/O G. Lareau from 425 squadron returned early as the stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

P/O J. St. Laurent was hit by flak, bomb doors were damaged.

F/Lt. R. Hemphill had the port inner explode and burst into flames just before the target. The Flt/engineer was

able to put out the fire and they returned safely to base on 3 engines.

W/Cdr. C. Burgess from 426 squadron returned early as the electrical system was u/s.

P/O G. Hamilton RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-696 coded OW-M, was hit by flak. The port inner

engine was blown off the wing and hanging from the nacelle. P/O R. Welsh RAF, F/Sgt S. Holmes RCAF

W/O1 G. Ives RCAF, F/Sgt R. Cairns RCAF, W/O1 J. McLeod RCAF

They crash landed at Brussels without any injuries to the crew.

F/O G. Fidler and crew, flying Halifax VII LW-200 coded OW-N, were attacked four times by an unidentified

twin engine aircraft, thought to be a JU-88, there was no claim or damage.

P)F/O R. Brodie RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-686 coded OW-T, was attacked by 3 ME-110s.

There were holes in the fuselage and some instruments were not working. On the return flight they hit high

ground and tore one engine off the wing and damaged the other. Sgt G. Beale RAF, F/O R. Alderson RCAF

F/O J. Swan RCAF, Sgt W. Pooskunik RCAF, Sgt J. Deyell RCAF, Sgt T. Christie RCAF

They crash landed near Namur Belgium with the rear gunner being slightly injured.

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F/Lt. C. Boddington, RCAF (POW) and crew, flying Halifax VII LW-199 coded OW-C, failed to return from

this operation. Sgt. E. Grundy, RAF F/O A. Harrison, RCAF Sgt. C. Campton, RCAF

W/O1 R. Hodgson, RCAF--POW, F/O R. Mitchell, RCAF--POW,Sgt. J. Lawlor, RCAF--POW

3 crew were killed and 4 POWs.

F/O W. Wilson and crew from 427 Squadron, flying Halifax III LW-162 coded ZL-D, were attacked by an

unidentified twin engine enemy aircraft. 6 to 8 rockets were fired that missed, they gave off orange flames.

There was no claim or damage.

F/Lt. H. Woodruff returned early as the port outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O J. Smart and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-819 coded ZL-S, were attacked by a FW-190. Some strikes were

seen and it was claimed damaged.

F/O T. Wagar landed at Swinderby on return.

F/O W. Thomas and crew, from 429 Squadron flying Halifax III NP-943, coded AL-A were hit by flak, not

serious. They were then attacked by a JU-88. While corkscrewing on the attack, they were hit by another

enemy aircraft, riddling the fuselage with cannon fire. F/Sgt L. Sproul RCAF, the rear gunner, was hit in the

foot and F/Sgt W. Jackson RCAF, the wireless operator, in the hip. They landed safely at Manston on return.

F/O G. Kercher and crew from 431 Squadron, flying Lancaster X KB-822 coded SE-W, were attacked by an

ME-410, there was no claim or damage.

F/O G. McNicoll from 432 squadron returned early as the port outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/Lt. L. Kropf returned early as the stbd inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

P/O A. Bond and crew from 433 Squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-419 coded BM-M, were attacked by an

ME-109, there was no claim or damage.

F/O N. Mara had the port outer go u/s on return. They landed at Manston due to a fuel shortage.

F/O V. Barr and crew from 434 Squadron, flying Halifax III NR-145 coded WL-L, were attacked by an

ME-109. There was no damage or claim.

November 4/5, 1944

F/Lt H. Bracken from 408 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O D. Brown was hit by flak, not serious.

P/O L. Case and crew, flying Halifax III NP-714 coded EQ-V, were attacked by an unidentified single engine

enemy aircraft, many strikes were seen, it caught fire and dove to the ground and exploded, it was claimed

destroyed.

F/O H. Sokoloff, RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-750 coded EQ-F, crash landed in France on return.

F/Sgt W. Richardson, RAF, F/O J. Sargent, RCAF, F/Sgt A. Stables, RCAF, W/O2 J. Fraser, RCAF

F/Sgt L. Swindells, RCAF, F/Sgt H. Hardy, RCAF--POW

The crew was safe except the rear gunner, F/Sgt. H. Hardy, RCAF, who bailed out over Dusseldorf and ended

the war as a POW.

F/O J. Bonner from 420 squadron returned early as they were unable to raise the under carriage of flaps.

P/O L. Simonson returned early as the Halifax wouldn’t climb.

F/O J. Cox landed at Wombleton due to a fuel shortage.

P/O R. MacMillan landed at Chedburgh due to a fuel shortage.

F/O H. Cowan and crew from 424 Squadron, flying Halifax III NR-146 coded QB-N, were attacked by an

ME-109, there was no claim or damage. They returned without bombing as they were coned by search lights

and fired upon by flak.

F/O C. Walker was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O D. Chance and crew, flying Halifax III NP-945 coded QB-D, were attacked by a JU-88, there was no

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claim or damage, although some strikes were seen.

F/O D. McCullough had a near miss with another Halifax over the target.

F/Lt. L. Loving, RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-896 coded QB-Q, failed to return from this

operation. P/O B. McGarrity, RAF F/O A. Chapman, RCAF P/O G. Running, RCAF P/O A. Flatt,

P/O W. Davidson, RAF P/O J. Durkin, RCAF All were lost without a trace.

F/O J. MacHale from 425 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O W. Forman and crew, flying Halifax III NA-634 coded KW-X, fired on an FW-190 that was attacking

another Halifax, strikes were seen and it was claimed damaged as it broke away smoking.

F/O J. Desmarais RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-621 coded KW-O, was hit by a load of incendiaries

over the target. There were holes in the wings, ailerons, tail, flaps and elevators. One engine caught fire due to

the fuel and oil lines being cut. They returned safely to base on 3 engines but their Halifax was written off due

to severe damage.

F/O D. Smith, RCAF--POW and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-831 coded KW-Z, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt. W. Clowes, RAF F/O L. Jamieson, RCAF--POW, F/O E. Knorr, RCAF--POW

Sgt. R. Ford, RCAF--POW, F/Sgt. A. Limacher, RCAF--POW, F/Sgt. R. Gale, RCAF--POW

One crewmember was killed and 6 were POWs.

F/O W. Kent and crew from 426 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-768 coded OW-Q, were attacked by a

unidentified jet aircraft and an ME-109, some strikes were seen to hit the jet aircraft and strikes were also seen

on the ME-109.

F/O H. Elder, RCAF--POW and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-800, coded OW-S failed to return from this

operation. Sgt. R. Newberry, RAF F/O O. Cook, RCAF--Evd, F/O J. Clements, RCAF

F/O L. Hopper, RCAF F/Sgt. H. Mosley, RCAF--POW, F/Sgt. C. Pottage, RCAF--Evd

3 of this crew were killed, 2 POWs, and 2 evaded captureafter being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/O R. Jones RCAF--POW and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-775 coded OW-K, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt. R Hollinrake, RAF--POW, F/Sgt. A. Goheen, RCAF--POW, F/O R. Bick, RCAF--POW

F/O D. Younger, RCAF--POW, F/Sgt E. Hyde, RCAF--POW, F/Sgt N. Jennings, RCAF--POW

All the crew were POWs.

F/O N. Roberts from 427 squadron landed at Woodbridge due to a fuel shortage.

F/O F. Biddell from 429 squadron was hit by flak, holes in the fuel tank.

F/O M. Lanin was hit by flak, the tail was damaged. They landed at Woodbridge.

F/O C. Pope and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-318 coded AL-F, fired at an unidentified single engine aircraft

attacking another bomber, there was no claim.

F/O R. James and P/O G. Hay landed at Dalton on return.

F/O C. Hemming and crew from 432 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-705 coded QO-Y, were attacked by an

unidentified twin engine enemy aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

F/Lt. J. Sales landed at Dalton due to a fuel shortage.

F/O J. Gault, RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-708 coded QO-E, was hit by flak, there were holes in the

fuselage. and P/O W. Border, RAF the Flt/engineer, was killed. They landed at Woodbridge on return.

F/O A. Heathcote from 433 squadron didn’t bomb as the electrical system was u/s due to a flak hit. They

landed at Woodbridge on return.

F/O R. Mountford, RCAF--POW, and crew, flying Halifax III NP-992 coded BM-F, failed to return from this

operation. St. J. Bell, RAF--POW, F/O R. Madill, RCAF--POW, F/O H. Langlands, RCAF--POW

W/O1 I. Jervis, RCAF--POW, F/Sgt. J. Christie, RCAF--POW, W/O1 E. Munro, RCAF--POW

All were POWs.

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P/O R. Cavanaugh from 434 squadron returned to base as they were too late getting away.

F/Lt D. Boyle and crew, flying Halifax III NR-134 coded WL-Z, were attacked by a JU-188, strikes were seen

on both wings and fuselage, it was claimed damaged.

F/O P. Burden and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-878 coded WL-E, were attacked by an ME-109 and an

ME-110. There was no claim but some strikes were seen. They landed safely at Middleton St. George on

return.

F/O V. Barr and crew, flying Halifax III NR-145 coded WL-L, were attacked by an FW-190, there was no

claim or damage.

F/O J. Wagman and crew, flying Halifax III NR-124 coded WL-X, were attacked by an unidentified enemy

aircraft just after it had shot down a bomber, there was no claim or damage.

F/Lt G. Rothenbush, F/O R. Henry, P/O R. Telford and F/O J. Wagman landed at Middleton St. George on

return.

November 6, 1944

F/O B. Wallace from 408 squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/Lt. H. Bracken was hit by flak, holes in fuselage.

F/O J. Kellond, RCAF--POW, and crew, flying Halifax VII, NP-761 coded EQ-A, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt. W. Woods, RCAF--POW, F/O W. Gillmeister, RCAF--POW, F/O K. Durk, RCAF--POW

F/Sgt. D. Davies, RCAF--POW, F/Sgt. T. McLeod, RCAF--POW, F/ Sgt. R. Robinsion, RCAF--POW

All were POWs.

F/O D. McTaggart from 415 squadron was hit by flak, holes in stbd wing and fuselage.

F/O O. Austenson from 420 squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/Lt. J. S. Sefton was hit by flak, holes in fuselage. The Sgt J. Roche RCAF, the mid-under gunner was

slightly injured.

F/O R. Burns from 424 squadron returned early as the stbd inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/O H. Lefebvre returned early as both the port outer and stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 2

engines.

F/O G. MacLean, RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-458 coded QB-G, was hit by flak, holes in the

fuselage. The Sgt. G. Porter RCAF, mid-upper gunner was seriously injured in the leg. They landed at

Manston to tend to the injured gunner.

F/O R. Lafreniere, F/O J. Seguin, F/O J. MacHale, P/O J. Sicotte, and F/O J. Simard from 425 squadron were

hit by flak, not serious.

F/O G. Fidler from 426 squadron returned early due to the port inner going u/s. They landed safely at base on

3 engines.

F/Lt. K. France was hit by flak, port inner was u/s. They bombed and returned safely on 3 engines.

F/Lt. E. Garrett, P/O C. Selfe, and P/O R. Fuller were hit by flak, not serious.

F/Lt. J. Hardy from 427 squadron returned early due to the stbd inner going u/s. They landed safely at base on

3 engines.

P/O I. Thomson landed at Linton on Ouse as his brakes were u/s.

F/Lt. J. Sales from 432 squadron returned early due to the port inner going u/s. They landed safely at base on

3 engines.

F/Lt. E. Hayes and F/O J. Hamilton returned early due to their stbd inners going u/s. They landed safely at

base on 3 engines.

F/O G. Stunden was hit by flak, stbd wing, aileron, tire, bomb doors and port inner engine damaged.

S/Ldr. G. Larson was hit by flak, holes in the rudder.

F/O F. Eilertson, RCAF (POW) and crewflying Halifax VII NP-815 coded QO-A, failed to return from this

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operation. Sgt. C. Vaughan, RAF--POW, F/O F. Morrissey, RCAF--POW, F/O J. Hossie, RCAF--POW

F/Sgt. C. MacDonald, RCAF--POW, P/O T. McAran, RCAF, P/O. N. Stuttle, RCAF

The 2 gunners were killed and the rest were POWs.

December 6, 1944

F/Lt H. Bracken from 408 Squadron bombed from 14,500 feet as the oxygen system was u/s.

F/O S. McFadden and F/Lt J. McAllister from 415 Squadron returned early as they could not raise the under

carriage.

F/O E. Millbank returned early as they would have been too late over the target.

F/Lt J. Northrup landed at Carnaby on return as the brakes were u/s.

F/O W. MacDonald from 420 Squadron returned early as they could not raise the under carriage.

F/O C. Walker from 424 Squadron returned early due to severe icing.

F/Lt D. Ross returned early as the port inner caught fire. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O D. McCullough RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III NP-945 coded QB-D, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt R. Atkinson RAF–POW, F/O A. Garner RCAF–POW, F/O A. Low RCAF–POW

P/O H. Pankratz RCAF–POW, P/O J. Lee RCAF, P/O J. Keown RCAF

3 crew were killed and 4 POWs.

F/O C. Dionne from 425 Squadron was hit by flak, the port outer was u/s. They landed safely at Foulsham on

3 engines on return.

F/O G. Perrier landed at Manston on return as the hydraulics were u/s.

P/O W. Corbett landed at Foulsham on return.

F/O C. Benton from 426 Squadron had the stbd inner u/s on return. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O T. Layman and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-740 coded OW-P, were attacked by an ME-163. Many

strikes were seen and it exploded in mid air. It was claimed destroyed.

S/Ldr H. Stinson and crew flying, Halifax VII LW-209 coded OW-Y, were attacked twice by an ME-163,

strikes were seen on both and each caught fire and exploded in mid air. Both were claimed destroyed.

F/O J. Bell from 427 Squadron landed at Woodbridge on return as the hydraulics were u/s.

F/Lt J. Murphy landed at New Market on return due to a fuel shortage.

F/O I. Benson from 429 Squadron returned early as the port inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

P/O G. Hay returned early as they were too late taking off.

F/Lt P. Robb and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-474 coded AL-B, were attacked by an unidentified single

engine aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

F/Lt A. Milner had the port inner u/s on return. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O J. Prentice RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-463 coded AL-J, failed to return from this

operation. F/Lt H. O’Neil RCAF, P/O E. Clark RCAF, F/O T. Wilson RCAF, P/O S. Norejko RCAF

Lt F. McRoberts USAAF, P/O W. Barty RCAF, P/O J. Copeland RCAF

All were lost without a trace.

F/Lt B. Adilman from 431 Squadron returned early as the rear gunners oxygen was u/s.

S/Ldr H. Smith and crew, flying Lancaster X KB-808 coded SE-U, were attacked by a JU-88. Both gunners

fired and the JU-88's port engine was on fire. It then dove through the clouds at a steep angle, claimed

probably destroyed.

F/O F. Jeffery from 432 Squadron was hit by flak, there were holes in the fuselage, tail plane and rear turret.

F/Lt W. Miller landed at North Creake on return.

F/O E. Patzer landed at Woodbridge on return.

F/O G. Spiers RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-695 coded QO-K, failed to return from this

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operation. Sgt J. Jonas RAF–POW, W/O2 P. Callaghan RCAF–POW, F/O C. Wilkinson RCAF–POW

P/O S. Soles RCAF–POW, F/Sgt H. Quinn RCAF–POW, W/O1 J. Chalmers RCAF

5 crew were POWs and 2 were killed.

F/O N. Mara from 433 Squadron had the stbd inner u/s on return. They landed safely at Woodbridge on 3

engines.

F/O S. McKellar had the stbd outer u/s outbound. They bombed they target and returned safely on 3 engines.

F/O W. Simpson and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-417 coded BM-Q, were attacked by an unidentified enemy

aircraft. It exploded in mid air after many strikes. It was claimed destroyed.

December 18, 1944

F/Lt A. Scheelar, F/O H. Sokoloff, F/O E. Finch, S/Ldr H. Reeves, F/Lt E. Mowatt, F/O S. Dean, F/Lt R. Gall,

F/O R. Armitage, P/O L. Case, and F/O R. Bowhay from 408 Squadron landed at Fulbeck on return due to

poor weather at base.

W/Cdr F. Sharp landed at Tempsford on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O C. Pitu landed at Benson on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt H. Bracken landed at Balderton on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Dunwoodie landed at Winthorpe on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Tunis landed at Manston on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt J. Northrup from 415 Squadron returned early as he was sick.

F/O A. Cruikshank was hit by flak, not serious.

F/Lt C. Thompson had the port outer u/s on return. They landed safely at Waddington on 3 engines.

F/O S. Mooers was hit by flak, there were holes in the elevators. They landed at Skellingthorpe on return.

F/O D. Falconer landed at Wigsley on return due poor weather at base.

F/O J. Tims, F/O J. Britt, F/Lt T. Mears, and F/O G. Grier landed at Waddington on return due to poor weather

at base.

W/O1 J. McKenzie landed at Litchfield on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Goodwin and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-456 coded 6U-P, were attacked by an unidentified aircraft,

there was no damage. They landed at Gamston on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O S. McFadden landed at Bottesford on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt V. Glover from 420 squadron returned early as the throttle linkage on the port outer was broken.

F/Lt F. McCarthy did not bomb as they could not get the bomb doors opened.

F/Lt H. Ledingham and crew, flying Halifax III NR-123 coded PT-F, were attacked by an unidentified twin

engine enemy aircraft, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Bardney on return due to poor weather at

base.

P/O C. Reid, F/O G. Haslop, P/O R. MacMillan, F/Lt D. Buchanan, F/O S. Young, F/O J. Bonner, F/O J. A.

Sefton, F/O R. Field, and S/Ldr V. Motherwell landed at Bardney on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. MacDonald landed at Winthorpe on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O O. Austenson landed at Tholthorpe on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O D. Saunders from 424 Squadron bombed flak positions as they were late taking off. They landed at Hethal

on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O A. Mackie was attacked by an enemy aircraft, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Elsham

Wolds on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O C. Walker and crew, flying Halifax III LW-194 coded QB-W, were attacked by an unidentified single

engine enemy aircraft, many strikes were seen and it dove to the ground. It was claimed destroyed. They

landed at Coningsby on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O D. Sanders, F/Lt J. Thomas, F/O H. Taylor, F/Lt E. Smith, F/O H. Mitchell, F/O K. MacDonald, F/Lt C.

Lundeen, and F/Lt R. Green landed at Coningsby on return due to poor weather at base.

W/Cdr C. Marshall and F/O W. Beckett landed at Ford on return due to poor weather at base.

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F/O C. Moir and F/Lt D. Ross landed at Manston on return due to poor weather at base.

Sgt J. Cauchy from 425 Squadron returned early as one engine was u/s. They landed safely at Linton on Ouse

on 3 engines.

F/O G. Lareau returned early as they could not raise the under carriage.

F/Lt J. Belanger, F/O J. Sicotte, F/O J. MacHale, and F/Lt T. MacKinnon landed at East Kirkby on return due

to poor weather at base.

P/O W. Corbett landed at Thurleigh on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O G. Chabot had the oxygen system u/s on return. They landed at Stanton Harcourt.

F/O J. Bellinger landed at Bovington on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Desmarais RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-538 coded KW-V, crashed shortly after takeoff.

P/O J. Blackburn RAF, F/O J. Bernier RCAF, P/O J. Labrecque RCAF, P/O J. Dubois RCAF

F/Sgt J. Paradis RCAF, F/Sgt J. Lariviere RCAF, P/O R. Gauthier RCAF

All were killed.

F/Lt C. Fyfe and crew from 426 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-737 coded OW-Z, were attacked 3 times by

an ME-110, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Swinderby on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt J. Baillie landed at Horsham St. Faith on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O C. Selfe, F/O J. Lowe, F/O J. Wadleigh, F/O A. Hutchins, F/O M. Casselman, F/O W. Kent, S/Ldr R.

Cowans, and F/Lt I. Emerson landed at Winthorpe on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O R. Swift landed at Ford on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O G. Fidler landed at Market Harborough on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O R. Fuller and F/Lt J. Kirkpatrick landed at Balderton on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O L. Deryckere and crew, flying Halifax III NA-202 coded OW-A, were attacked by an FW-190, some

strikes were seen on the nose of the FW-190. They landed at Betteswell on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O T. Layman RCAF–POW and crew, flying Halifax VII LW-209 coded OW-Y, failed to return from this

operation. F/Sgt J. Hoyle RAF, F/O G. Law RAF–POW, F/O J. Mahoney RCAF–POW, F/O E. Fox RCAF

F/Sgt H. Campbell RCAF–POW, F/Sgt W. Downey RCAF–POW

2 crew were killed and 5 POWs after being shot down by flak.

F/O R. Gould from 427 Squadron returned early as the compasses were u/s. They landed at Skipton on Swale.

F/Lt E. Shaw and crew, flying Halifax III NP-956 coded ZL-J, were attacked by an ME-210, there was no

claim or damage. They landed at Spilsby on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O R. McKenney landed at Poddington due to poor weather at base.

F/O G. Tegerdine, F/O E. Mayo, P/O D. Murray, F/Lt D. Hepburn, F/O T. Wagar, F/O J. Smart, W/Cdr C.

Carling-Kelly, F/Lt W. Walker, and F/O P. Millard landed at Spilsby on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O W. Wilson, S/Ldr M. Gall, F/O W. Britton, and F/O I. Thomson landed at Bury St. Edmonds on return

due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt J. Murphy landed at Silverstone on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Mulholland landed at Gaydon on retrun due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt W. Brittain landed at East Kirkby on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt P. Robb from 429 Squadron returned early as the oxygen system was u/s. They landed at East Moor.

F/O I. Benson and crew, flying Halifax III NR-197, were attacked twice by an ME-410, there was no claim or

damage, although some strikes were seen. They landed at Strubby on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O C. Lee and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-318 coded AL-F, were attacked by an FW-190, it was hit in the

nose and claimed damaged. They landed at Strubby on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O A. Cook landed at Hurn on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O W. Thomas, F/O A. M. MacDonald, F/O F. Biddell, F/Lt D. Walkey, F/Lt D. Magee, F/Lt R. Kingsland,

P/O W. Fikis, F/Lt R. Charlton, F/O J. Rowe, S/Ldr H. Peterson, F/Lt H. MacDonald, and F/Lt E. Jarvis

landed at Strubby on return due to poor weather at base.

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F/Lt R. Tonnellier, F/Lt J. Henry, F/O B. Kaplansky, P/O A. Pitzek, F/O G. McNeill, P/O W. Weitendorf, F/Lt

D. Borland, P/O D. Rombough, F/O J. Morton, F/Lt B. Adilman, and F/O G. Kercher from 431 Squadron

landed at West Raynham on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Duggan landed at Upwood on return due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr H. Kay landed at Syerston on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt E. Hayes and crew from 432 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-705 coded QO-Y, were attacked by a

JU-88, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Skellingthorpe on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt L. Kropf, F/O A. Clarke, F/O J. Mills, F/O L. Loppe, F/O C. Hemming, F/O N. Patterson, F/O A. Bews,

F/O G. Barron, F/Lt W. Miller, and F/O A. Potter landed at Skellingthorpe on return due to poor weather at

base.

F/O J. Hamilton landed at Hurn on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O G. Peaker landed at Fulbeck on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O F. Baxter landed at Manston on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O M. Krakowsky RCAF–POW and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-699 coded QO-O, was involved in a mid

air collision over Belgium with LV-810 from 10 squadron. P/O M. Boylan RAF, F/O R. Cann RCAF

F/O G. Wilson RCAF, P/O A. Blayney RCAF, P/O S. Zadorozny RCAF, P/O J. Green RCAF

Only the pilot survived.

F/O D. McKinnon RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-701 coded QO-G, failed to return from this

operation. F/Sgt A. Eccleston RAF, F/O D. Hitchcock RCAF, F/O G. March RCAF, P/O E. Harvey RCAF

P/O E. Farrell RCAF, Sgt J. Harvey RCAF

Only the rear gunner and pilot survived.

F/O W. Simpson from 433 Squadron landed at Doncaster on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt D. McGrath landed at Ossington on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O R. Bertran, F/Lt D. Rogers, F/Lt L. Allatt, F/O S. McKellar, P/O W. Jensen, and F/O A. Strelchuk landed

at Metheringham on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O R. Simpson and F/Lt E. Barsby landed at East Moor on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt N. Mara landed at Binbrook on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O I. Andres and crew from 434 Squadron, flying Halifax III NP-961 coded WL-N, were attacked by an

FW-190, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Little Snoring on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Wagman and crew, flying Halifax III NR-124 coded WL-X, were attacked by an ME-109, the gunners

fired 700 rounds and it went down in flames. They landed at Little Snoring on return due to poor weather at

base.

F/Lt T. Coghlan landed at Northolt on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O R. Telford, S/Ldr D. Boyle, F/O C. Alger, F/O M. Isenberg, F/O C. Chapman, F/O G. Munroe, and F/Lt

A. Kiehlbauch landed at Little Snoring on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt J. Parrott RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III NR-118 coded WL-U, failed to return from this

operation. P/O L. Janzen RCAF, F/O S. Pearce RCAF, P/O A. Kurtzhals RCAF, P/O H. Brown RCAF

W/O2 A. Divitcoff RCAF, W/O2 G. Olafsen RCAF

6 crew were killed and one bailed out over allied territory.

December 24, 1944

F/O C. Pitu from 408 Squadron returned early as the stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/O H. Sokoloff returned early as the stbd inner was u/s. The landed safely on 3 engines at Carnaby.

F/O E. Finch, F/Lt A. Scheelar, F/Lt R. Gall, S/Ldr H. Reeves, S/Ldr D. Pettit, F/O S. Dean, and F/O R.

Armitage were hit by flak, not serious. All landed at Earls Colne due to poor weather at base.

P/O L. Case landed at Eye due to poor weather at base.

F/O D. Wylie landed at Horsham St. Faith due to poor weather at base.

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F/O W. Tunis, F/Lt K. Parkhurst, P/O W. Stewart, and F/Lt H. Bracken landed at Earls Colne on return due to

poor weather at base.

F/O W. Dunwoodie RCAF–POW and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-781 coded EQ-U, failed to return from this

operation. P/O W. Allan RCAF, F/Lt W. Friker RCAF, F/O D. Kellar RCAF, P/O D. Tonkin RCAF

F/Sgt J. Chiasson RCAF–POW, P/O G. D’Amour RCAF

5 crew were killed and 2 were POWs.

F/O D. Falconer from 415 Squadron returned early as the hydraulic=s and electrical system were u/s.

F/Lt C. Thompson, F/Lt J. Northrup, F/O J. Tims, F/O D. McTaggart, F/O G. Grier, F/O J. McGuire, and F/Lt

T. Mears were hit by flak, not serious. They landed at Foulsham on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Britt, F/Lt A. Winmill, F/O W. Mitchell, F/O O. Lindquist, F/O L. Belcher, F/O S. Mooers, S/Ldr W.

Brown, and F/O T. Donnelly landed at Foulsham on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O E. Watson from 420 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious. They landed at Langham on return due to poor

weather at base.

S/Ldr V. Motherwell was hit by flak, there were holes in the wings and fuselage. They landed at Langham on

return due to poor weather at base.

F/O E. McCutcheon landed at Charterhall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt G. Jones, F/O J. Bonner, F/O W. Shotton, F/O E. McKeown, F/Lt D. Buchanan, F/O J. A. Sefton, F/Lt V.

Glover, P/O R. MacMillan, F/O M. Davidson, F/O O. Austenson, F/Lt H. Ledingham, F/O H. Asher, and P/O

C. Reid landed at Langham on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Sicotte, F/O J. Poirier, F/O C. Dionne, F/O A. Martel, Sgt J. Cauchy, P/O G. Chabot, and F/O E. Baillie

from 425 Squadron were hit by flak, not serious.

F/Lt J. Belanger was hit by flak, there were holes in both wings and fuselage.

F/O J. Simard was hit by flak, there were holes in the port wing and fuselage. They landed at Attlebridge on

return due to poor weather at base.

F/O C. Bouchard, F/O G. Perrier, F/O J. Seguin, F/Lt H. Franks, F/O J. Seguin, F/O G. Lareau, F/O V.

Brimicombe, and F/Lt R. Archambault landed at Rivenhall on return due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr K, France, P/O R. Fuller, F/O C. Benton, P/O A. Hutchins, and F/Lt A. Jones from 426 squadron were

hit by flak, not serious.

F/O J. Wadleigh was hit by flak, the stbd inner was u/s. They landed safely at Geat Dunmow on 3 engines.

F/Lt J. Kirkpatrick was hit by flak, there were holes in both wings and tail plane. They landed at Great

Dunmow on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O D. Hamilton was hit by flak, not serious. They landed at Charterhall on return.

P/O C. Selfe, F/O J. Lowe, F/Lt C. Fyfe, F/Lt I. Emerson, F/Lt J. Baillie, F/O R. Swift, F/O W. Kent, and F/O

M. Casselam landed at Great Dunmow on return due to poor weather at base.

P/O D. Trimble from 431 Squadron returned early as the port outer was u/s. They landed safely at Carnaby on

3 engines.

S/Ldr H. Kay Squadron was hit by flak, there were holes in the port tail plane and stbd wing. They landed at

Shipdham on return.

F/O B. Kaplansky, P/O D. Murray, and F/Lt D. Borland was hit by flak, not serious. They landed at Winfield

on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O F. McGee, F/O G. McNeill, F/O P. Hurley, F/O J. Duggan, P/O C. Heaven, F/O S. Sorenson, F/O J.

Morton, S/Ldr H. Smith, and F/O D. Hagar landed at Winfield on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O A. Potter from 432 Squadron had the port outer go u/s outbound. They bombed a railway siding and

returned safely to Coltishall on 3 engines.

F/O G. Peaker, F/O G. Barron, F/O A. Bews, and W/Cdr J. Stephenson were hit by flak, not serious. They

landed at Coltishall on return due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr H. Minhinnick was hit by flak, there were holes in both wings and fuselage. They landed at Coltishall

on return due to poor weather at base.

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F/Lt F. Horan was hit by flak, there were holes in the windscreen, fuselage and both wings. They landed at

Coltishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O E. Maguire was hit by flak, there were holes in both wings and elevator. They landed at Coltishall on

return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt L. Kropf was hit by flak, there were holes in the stbd wing, rudder, and fuselage. They landed at

Coltishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O G. McNicoll was hit by flak, there were holes in the windscreen, wings, and fuselage. They landed at

Coltishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Sgt R. Proud over ran the runway at Linton on Ouse and hit Halifax NP-714 from 408 squadron.

F/O C. Hemming, F/O J. Mills, F/O F. Jeffery, F/Lt J. Wallace, F/O L. McGuire, and F/O F. Baxter landed at

Coltishall on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt T. Buttle from 434 Squadron was hit by flak, the port wing and fuel tanks were damaged. They landed at

Downham Market on return due to a fuel shortage.

F/Lt C. Porter landed at Leuchars on return.

P/O F. Hart landed at Charterhall on return.

F/O L. Coulter, W/Cdr A. Blackburn, and F/Lt J. Rothenbush landed at Winfield on return.

December 28, 1944

F/O R. Wallis from 408 squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O B. Wallace had the stbd inner go u/s over the target. They returned safely to base on 3 engines.

F/Lt T. Mears and crew from 415 Squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-949 coded 6U-G, were attacked by an

ME-109 and an unidentified twin engine aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

F/O G. Hawthorn from 424 squadron did not bomb as the load hung up over the target.

P/O W. Corbett from 425 squadron was hit by flak. One piece came through the windscreen and hit Sgt J.

Forsyth RAF, the Flt/Engineer, in the arm, he was not injured. They landed safely at Woodbridge on return.

F/O G. Fidler from 426 Squadron was hit by flak, holes in the fuselage.

P/O M. Fraser and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-794 coded OW-S, were attacked twice by an FW-190, there

was no claim or damage.

F/O H. Watts and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-793 coded OW-H, were attacked by an ME-110 and an

unidentified aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

F/O J. Bell RCAF and crew from 427 Squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-291 coded ZL-O, had a tire blow on

takeoff. The Halifax veered off the runway and hit an abandoned house. F/Sgt T. Holden RAF

F/O A. Cairns RCAF, F/O V. Gerald RCAF, F/Sgt N. Salmon RCAF, F/O H. McInnes RCAF

F/O D. Hair RCAF The crew vacated without injury and the Halifax caught fire and exploded.

F/Lt E. Jarvis from 429 Squadron was hit by flak, holes in the fuselage.

F/O A. Cook landed at Manston due to a fuel shortage.

F/O K. Powell and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-918 coded AL-F, were attacked by an unidentified single

engine enemy aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

F/Lt D. Walkey and crew, flying Halifax III NR-196 coded AL-A, were attacked by an unidentified single and

twin engine aircraft enemy aircraft. There was no claim or damage.

P/O C. Heaven and crew from 431 Squadron, flying Lancaster X KB-803 coded SE-N, were attacked by a

nME-109. It was claimed damaged.

P/O R. Proud from 432 squadron landed at North Creake on return.

F/Lt. J. Vallance from 433 squadron landed at Woodbridge due to a fuel shortage. F/Lt. R. Andres landed at

Rivenhall due to a fuel shortage.

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December 29/30,

F/O J. McQuiston from 415 squadron returned early as the hydraulics were u/s. They landed safely at Croft.

S/Ldr J. Hovey, F/Lt C. Thompson, F/Lt J. McAllister, F/Lt J. Northrup, F/O G. Grier, F/O D. Falconer, F/O

W. Goodwin, F/O D. Stewart, and F/O J. McGuire landed at Dishforth on return.

P/O R. MacMillan from 420 squadron had the hydraulics go u/s on return.

F/O J. Stuart from 424 squadron landed at Linton on Ouse on return.

W/Cdr. H. Ledoux from 425 squadron returned early as they couldn’t raise the under carriage.

F/O J. Brassard overshot the runway on return into a ditch. There were no injuries to the crew.

P/O M. Fraser from 426 squadron returned early as the stbd inner was u/s. They landed safely at Leeming on

3 engines.

F/Lt. W. Towne from 427 squadron landed at Tholthorpe due to a fuel shortage.

F/O H. Humphries from 429 squadron landed at Carnaby due to low brake pressure.

F/O F. Baxter from 432 Squadron was hit by flak on return. The port wing, fuel tanks were holed, port outer

and stbd outer engines were u/s. F/O E. Hancox RCAF, the navigator, and P/O G. Barnett RCAF, the bomb

aimer were also injured. P/O G. Barnett RCAF, the bomb aimer, bailed out over France. The crew landed

safely at Woodbridge on 2 engines.

W/Cdr R. Davenport, F/O G. Peaker, F/O L. Loppe, and F/O L. McGuire landed at Dishforth on return.

December 30/31, 1944 P/O R. MacMillan from 420 squadron landed at Woodbridge on return.

F/Lt. L. Brand and crew noticed many aircraft flying to the target with their navigation lights on.

F/Lt. C. Lundeen from 424 squadron had the port inner go u/s outbound. They bombed from 13,500 feet and

returned safely to base on 3 engines.

F/O H. Cowan landed at Fiskerton due to a fuel shortage.

F/Lt. R. Hemphill from 425 squadron was hit by flak, there were holes in the wings and fuselage.

F/O L. Moffatt from 429 squadron landed at Carnaby due to a brake problem.

F/O L. McGuire from 432 squadron was hit by flak, there were holes in the stbd wing and the stbd inner was

u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O L. Loppe had the stbd outer go u/s over the target. They returned safely to base on 3 engines.

P/O J. O’Neil from 433 squadron had the stbd inner go u/s on return. They landed safely at Ossington on 3

engines.

December 31, 1944/January 1, 1945

F/O W. Britton and crew from 427 Squadron flying Halifax III NR-257 coded ZL-Y .

January 2/3, 1945

P/O R. Stewart from 408 squadron .

F/O J. McGuire from 415 squadron .

F/O W. Goodwin and crew, flying Halifax III NA-181 coded 6U-D,

P/O G. Chabot from 425 F/O E. Baillie .

F/O L. Moffatt from 429 squadron .

F/O A. Clarke from 432 squadron

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F/Sgt H. Batty and crew from 433 Squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-845 coded BM-D, .

January 5/6, 1945

F/Lt. D. Sanderson from 408 squadron

F/Lt. A. Scheelar, 408 flying Halifax III NR-209, coded EQ-A, failed to return from this operation. P/O J.

Daly, RAF F/O D. Elkin, RCAF--POW, F/O F. Winter, RCAF --POW

F/O F. Leithead, RCAF F/O L. Benville, RCAF F/O W. Baker, RCAF--POW

4 crew were killed and 3 were POWs.

F/O S. McFadden(POW) 415 squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-476, 6U-Y, failed to return from 5/6.1.45

Sgt. J. Burton, RAF--POW, F/O N. Connor, POW, F/O E. Rhind, P/O J. Rinder, P/O J. Clarke, F/Sgt. F.

GravesPOW. 3 crew were killed and 4 were POWs.

F/Sgt. J. Cauchy,POW from 425 squadron, flying Halifax III MZ-860, coded KW-E, failed to return from

5/6.1.45 Sgt. E. FaulknerPOW, F/O J. Lesperance,POW P/O J. Piche, Sgt. R. Cantin,POW, P/O J. Lamarre,

F/Sgt. J. Cote,POW. 2 crew were killed and 5 were POWs.

F/O J. Seguin,POW flying Halifax III NR-178, coded KW-J, failed to return from 5/6.1.45. P/O G. Noonan,

RAF F/O J. Bilodeau,POW Sgt. J. Cantin,POW

P/O J. Lapierre,POW F/Sgt. J. Huet,POW Sgt. B. Simonin, 2 killed and 5 POWs.

F/O V. Brimicombe,POW and crew flying Halifax III NP-999, coded KW-W, failed to return from 5/6.1.45

P/O S. Moore, RAF F/O L. Coleman,POW, F/O M. Berry,POW, F/Sgt. G.Delong,POW, F/Sgt. D.

MacKeigan,POW, F/Sgt. G. Hutton,POW, 1 crew member was killed and 6 were POWs.

S/Ldr. B. Crew, from 427 squadron, flying Halifax III NR-257, ZL-Y, failed to return from 5/6.1.45. P/O J.

Smith, RAF, F/Lt J. Dodge,POW, F/O H. Campbell,POW

F/Lt. J. Johnston,POW, F/O C. Kelway, F/O T. Osler, 4 killed and 3 POWs.

F/O M. Ages and crew from 429 Squadron, flying Halifax III LV-830 coded AL-Q,

P/O G. Hay, flying Halifax III LV-964, coded AL-T, failed to return from 5/6.1.45 . P/O F. Nicholson, RAF

F/O J. Savard, P/O J. Tremblay, P/O R. Couzens, RAF,P/O F. Brown, P/O T. Gabriel, All killed.

F/O B. Kaplansky from 431 Squadron P/O W. Weitendorf

F/O N. Patterson from 432 squadron

F/Lt J. Thompson and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-705 coded QO-Y

F/Lt. J. Sales, flying Halifax VII NP-759, coded QO-C, failed to return from 5/6.1.45. Sgt. J. Dalton,

RAF--POW, F.O J. Marcille,POW, F/Sgt. S.Aikens,POW, W/O2 R.Young,POW, P/O C.McInnes, F/Sgt. J.

Charles, POW. 2 crew members were killed and 5 POWs.

W/Cdr. J. Stephenson,POW flying Halifax VII NP-817, coded QO-D, failed to return from 5/6.1.45. Sgt. B.

Hodges,RAF-POW, F/O W. Fleming,POW, F/O R. Donaldson,POW, F/O E. Pickthorne,POW, W/O1 W.

McMahon,POW, F/O T. Bond,POW. All were POWs.

F/Lt R. Paterson from 433 Squadron F/Lt R. Bertran

F/O A. Strelchuk and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-417 coded BM-Q

F/Sgt H. Batty and crew, flying Halifax III NP-937 coded BM-P,

F/O J. McGuire from 415 Squadron

P/O W. Lane and crew, flying Halifax III NA-611 coded 6U-T, .

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F/O L. Belcher, flying Halifax III MZ-456, coded 6U-P failed to return from 5/6.1.45 Sgt. L.Mawson, RAF

F/O H.Breir, F/O M. Strosberg, F/O H. Irvine, F/O S. Elgie, P/O N. Butler,

This crew was involved in a mid-air collision over Germany with a 10 squadron Halifax, all were killed.

F/O R. LaFreniere from 425 squadron .

F/O J. Bell and crew from 427 Squadron, flying Halifax III LW-130 coded ZL-U, .

F/Lt. R. Paterson from 433 squadron

January 6/7, 1945

F/O J. McGuire from 415 Squadron

P/O W. Lane and crew, flying Halifax III NA-611 coded 6U-T,

F/O L. Belcher, 415 flying Halifax III MZ-456, coded 6U-P failed to return from this operation. Sgt. L.

Mawson, RAF, F/O H. Breir, RCAF, F/O M. Strosberg, RCAF F/O H. Irvine, RCAF

F/O S. Elgie, RCAF P/O N. Butler, RCAF This crew was involved in a mid-air collision over Germany

with a 10 squadron Halifax, all were killed.

F/O R. LaFreniere from 425 squadron

F/O J. Bell and crew from 427 Squadron, flying Halifax III LW-130 coded ZL-U

F/Lt. R. Paterson from 433 squadron

January 13/14, 1945

F/O D. Falconer from 415 squadron W/O2 J. McKenzie

F/O J. Mulholland from 427 squadron P/O I. Thomson

F/O L. Moffatt from 429 squadron

F/O W. Mennie from 432 squadron .

January 14/15, 1945

S/Ldr. H. Reeves 408.

F/Sgt. E. Sirtonski, RCAF, from 415 squadron, flying Halifax III NA-611, coded 6U-T, swung off the runway

and crashed on takeoff. Sgt. D. Broughton, RAF, F/Sgt. M. Campbell, RCAF, F/O G. Abel, RCAF

F/Sgt. F. Fasang, RCAF, F/Sgt. E. Engman, RCAF, Sgt. W. Dekur, RCAF , F/Sgt. E. Gates, RCAF

The pilot and navigator received some burns with the rest of the crews getting cuts and bruises.

F/O M. Ages and crew from 429 Squadron, flying Halifax III NR-194 coded AL-X,

F/O G. Peaker from 432 Squadron F/O J. Wallace

F/O W. Mennie and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-704 coded QO-L, .

F/Lt A. Bews and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-691 coded QO-V,

16/17 Jan.1945

F/O H. Sokoloff from 408 Squadron

F/O R. Wallis and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-776 coded EQ-R,

F/Lt J. McQuiston from 415 Squadron F/O D. Falconer F/O A. Galley F/Lt A. Winmill

F/Lt W. Borrett RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III NR-253 coded 6U-L, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt G. Binne RCAF–POW F/O D. Sloan RCAF–POW F/O T. Daniel RCAF–POW

F/Sgt R. Collins RCAF–POW F/Sgt K. Bradley RCAF–POW

P/O P. Mogridge . 2 crew were killed and 5 POWs.

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P/O W. Corbett from 425 Squadron returned early as the radios were u/s.

P/O G. Chabot and crew, flying Halifax III LW-477 coded KW-H, were attacked by an ME-410, many strikes

were seen and it was claimed damaged.

F/O W. Thomas from 429 Squadron returned early as the radios were u/s.

F/O M. Ages returned early as the hydraulics were u/s.

P/O W. Fikis returned early as the port inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O J. Rowe had one engine go u/s out bound. They bombed and returned safely to base on 3 engines.

F/Lt H. MacDonald and crew, flying Halifax III NR-194 coded AL-X, were attacked by an unidentified single

engine enemy aircraft, there were many strikes and 2 small explosions, followed by a large explosion when it

hit the ground. It was claimed destroyed.

F/O F. Biddell RCAF–POW and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-427 coded AL-E, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt R. Streetfield RAF–POW, F/O C. Chapman RCAF–POW, F/Sgt R. Deck RCAF–POW

P/O R. Bourne RCAF–POW, F/Sgt F. Peters RCAF–POW, F/Sgt J. Phillips RCAF–POW

All the crew were POWs.

W/Cdr J. MacDonald from 432 Squadron was hit by flak, the port inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on

3 engines.

F/Lt E. Hayes was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O G. Peaker and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-797 coded QO-N, were attacked by a JU-88, there was no

claim or damage.

January 28/29, 1945

W/O1 R. Craven and F/O G. Daughters from 408 Squadron F/Lt R. Fleming, F/Lt E. Finch, W/Cdr E. Evans,

F/O S. Dean, F/Lt E. Mowatt, P/O R. Stewart, F/Lt E. Heaven, F/Lt D. Brown, F/Lt D. Sanderson, F/O C.

Pitu, and F/Lt A. Bossenberry .

F/O R.Wallis 408 Sqdrn flying Halifax VII NP-746 coded EQ-E, failed to return from 28/29.1.45 P/O L.

Collinson, F/O T.Little, F/O H.McGovern–POW, P/O P.Myerson RAAF, P/O T.Quinn, P/O R.Siewart

6 crew were killed and 1 POW.

F/O C.Johnson flying Halifax VII NP-743 coded EQ-K, failed to return from 28/29.1.45. Sgt T.Chandler

RAF, F/O N.Baily, F/O J.O’Brien, P/O J.Mortley, P/O F.Henry, P/O B.House All were killed.

F/O L. Minkler from 415 Squadron F/O G. Hyland e.

S/Ldr W. Brown and crew, flying Halifax III NR-172 coded 6U-V,

415 Sqdrn W/Cdr F. Ball W/O2 L. Russell F/O G. Grier F/Lt W. Goodwin F/O B. Cowieson, F/Lt W.

Mitchell, F/Lt A. Cruikshank, F/Lt T. Mears, F/Lt J. Northrup, F/Lt C. Chartier, F/O A. Galley, and F/O D.

Stewart

February 1/2, 1945

F/O G. Gross from 408 squadron .

F/O G. Hyland from 415 Squadron F/Lt. W. Goodwin .

F/O G. Chabot from 425 Squadron returned early as the hydraulics were u/s.

F/O E. Baillie and crew, flying Halifax III NA-518 coded KW-I,

P/O W. Corbett 425.

February 2/3 1945

F/O J. Baird RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VIII serial NP-757 coded EQ-B, from 408 squadron had the stbd

outer go u/s outbound at 17,000 feet. They could not maintain height so the engine was restarted. The engine

had to be shut down again and this time it could not be feathered and caught fire. The crew bailed out safely

and the Halifax crashed at North Whitham airfield with a full bomb load. Sgt P. O’Connell RAF

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F/O J. Black RCAF, F/O E. Kapanauik RCAF, W/O2 W. Hudson RCAF, F/Sgt R. Hughes RCAF

F/Sgt W. Baty RCAF

W/O1 A. McDiarmid from 415 squadron W/O1 J. McKenzie

F/O J. Desbeins from 425 squadron F/O G. Perrier P/O M. Anderson F/O J. MacHale

F/Lt A. Lock from 427 squadron F/O R. Wall

F/Lt K. Powell from 429 squadron .

P/O R. Proud from 432 squadron .

F/Lt G. Thomson 432 Sqdrn, flying Halifax VII serial NP-704 coded QO-L, failed to return from 2/3.2.45.

P/O R. Silver RCAF, F/O H. Bloch RCAF, F/O J. Robinson RCAF, W/O2 A. Jones RCAF

Sgt R. Vallier RCAF P/O W. Haryett RCAF

All were killed.

February 4/5, 1945

F/Lt H. Bracken from 408 Squadron had the port inner u/s outbound. They bombed and returned safely to base

on 3 engines.

F/Lt C. Piper from 415 Squadron

F/O J. Evans from 425 Squadron .

F/Lt J. Creeper from 429 Squadron

F/Lt A. Bews from 432 Squadron

F/Lt A. Bossenberry from 408 Squadron .

W/O1 L. Russell from 415 squadron

F/Lt J. Thomas from 424 Squadron F/Sgt A. Temple .

P/O J. Daly from 432 Squadron .

February 7/8, 1945

S/Ldr R. Norris and crew from 408 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-717 coded EQ-W, were attacked

by a unidentified enemy aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

F/O G. Gross and crew, flying Halifax III NR-124 coded EQ-K, were attacked by an ME-109, there was no

claim or damage.

415 Sqdrn F/Lt W. Goodwin was attacked 6 times by enemy aircraft, 3 times by FW-190s and 3 times by a

JU-88, there were no claims or damages.

F/O A. Lowe 425 Sqdrn flying Halifax III MZ-419 coded KW-E, were attacked 4 times by an FW-190, many

strikes were seen and a fighter was seen on fire hitting the ground, it was claimed destroyed.

F/O J. Desbiens landed at Carnaby on return.

Only F/Lt K. Ellson from 428 Squadron bombed the target.

All crews from 429 Squadron returned without bombing on the master bomber’s orders.

5 crews from 432 Squadron returned to base without bombing on the master bomber’s orders.

F/O C. Hemming and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-705 coded QO-Y, were attacked by an unidentified twin

engine enemy aircraft, there was no claim or damage.

All crews from 433 Squadron returned without bombing on the master bomber’s orders.

F/O J. Farrell was hit by flak, not serious.

February 8/9, 1945

P/O A. Brown from 408 Squadron W/Cdr E. Evans .

W/O1 L. Russell from 415 Squadron F/O B. Cowieson F/Lt J. McQuiston F/Lt O. Piper .

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F/Lt R. Archambault from 425 Squadron P/O M. Anderson F/Lt J. Laporte .

F/O W. Mark RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III LW-394 coded KW-Z, had the stbd outer catch fire and

would not feather on return after being hit by flak. The crew bailed out over Belgium. Sgt J. Whyte RAF

P/O R. Daniels RCAF, F/O W. Wotherspoon RCAF, F/Sgt W. Ketcham RCAF, P/O A. McLean RCAF

F/Sgt H. Sanderson RCAF, F/Sgt A. Alger RCAF. 2 crew-members were injured.

F/Sgt R. Bradley from 432 Squadron F/Lt J. Wallace, F/Lt F. Horan, and F/O C. Hemming P/O J. Daly F/Lt E.

Maguire

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F/O R. Hutcheon from 408 Squadron P/O G. Daughters

W/O1 A. McDiarmid from 415 Squadron F/O R. Evans F/O E. Millbank F/O J. Hechter F/O A. Galley, F/O L.

Minkler, F/Lt O. Piper, F/Lt T. Mears, F/Lt A. Winmill, F/Lt J. McQuiston, F/Lt J. Northrup, F/Lt W.

Goodwin, F/Lt J. McAllister, F/O D. Stewart, and F/O S. Mooers .

F/O J. St. Laurent and F/Lt C. Lesesne from 425 squadron were hit by flak, not serious. They landed at

Halesworth on return.

F/O G. Lareau landed at Bungey on return.

P/O W. Corbett, F/Lt J. Sicotte, F/O J. Poirier, F/O J. MacHale, F/O A. Martel, F/O R. Lafreniere, F/O G.

Chabot, F/O J. Desbiens, F/O J. Evans, F/O G. Perrier, and F/O J. Bellinger landed at Halesworth on return.

F/Lt A. Jones from 426 Squadron returned early as the port outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/O A. Davies returned early as one engine was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/O C. Benton and crew, flying Halifax VII LW-203 coded OW-F, were attacked by an ME-109, some strikes

were seen on the port wing. They landed at Knettishall on return.

P/O J. Whipple, F/O W. McLeod, P/O R. Fuller, F/Lt G. Fidler, F/O R. Swift, F/O D. Hamilton, F/O D.

Weicker, and F/Lt C. Fyfe landed at Knettishall on return.

F/Lt H. MacDonald from 429 Squadron was attacked by an enemy aircraft, it was claimed damaged.

F/O A. Cook was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O R. Pike landed at Manston on return due to a fuel shortage.

F/Lt P. Robb, S/Ldr H. Peterson, P/O D. Williams, F/Lt J. Creeper, F/Lt D. Magee, F/O J. Brown, F/Lt L.

Moffatt, F/O H. Humphries, F/O M. Ages, F/Lt H. Barr, and F/O R. Jones landed at Great Ashfield on return

due to fuel shortages.

P/O J. Daly from 432 Squadron returned early as the stbd inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

P/O R. Bradley and F/Lt W. Mennie landed at Tibbenham on return.

P/O J. Kinniburgh landed at Brussels on return due to a fuel shortage.

F/Lt E. Maguire landed at Epinoy on return due to a fuel shortage.

March 21, 1945

P/O R. Pallin from 415 Squadron F/O J. Hechter

S/Ldr E. St. Jean from 425 Squadron was hit by flak, there were holes in the port wing.

F/O R. Proud from 432 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O R. Martindale was hit 3 times by flak, there were holes in the fuselage

March 22, 1945

F/O J. Evans and P/O G. Turcotte from 425 Squadron .

P/O H. Kearl from 432 Squadron

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March 24, 1945

F/O F. Reain from 408 Squadron returned early as the port inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

P/O J. McKenzie from 415 Squadron F/O J. Patterson

P/O S. Allen from 432 Squadron returned early as the stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

F/O R. Martindale and F/O S. Raymond were hit by flak, not serious.

March 25 1945

F/Lt A. Bossenberry from 408 Squadron F/O F. Reain, F/Lt L. Richards, F/O K. Blyth, W/O2 J. Fitzsimmons,

F/Lt F. Smith, F/Lt H. Bracken, F/Lt W. Austin, W/O1 R. Herringer, S/Ldr H. Saunders, W/Cdr F. Sharp, P/O

L. Carahan, F/Lt G. Gross, and F/Lt J. Baird

F/O B. Burrows RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-804 coded EQ-K, failed to return from 25.3.45 Sgt

R. Hamilton RAF F/O W. Lay RCAF F/O F. Shantz RCAF F/O J. Marchant RCAF

F/Sgt L. Cofield RCAF F/Sgt W. Dyer RCAF–POW . 6 crew killed and 1 POW after being S/D by flak.

408 Sqdrn F/O J. McKenzie, F/O G. Hyland, F/Lt W. Goodwin, F/O J. Patterson, F/Lt A. Cruikshank, F/Lt F.

Cahill, F/O E. Millbank, F/Lt E. Wilkinson, F/O J. Addison, F/O L. Minkler, F/O V. Clothier,

F/O J. Hechter, and P/O C. Ensom from 415 Squadron P/O R. Pallin F/O V. Clark F/O R. Evans

F/O J. McCollum RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III MZ-907 coded 6U-P, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt S. Lowe RAF F/O R. Aylesworth RCAF–POW, P/O R. Paul RCAF

F/Sgt A. Knight RCAF–POW, P/O J. Jones RCAF P/O L. Brennan RCAF

5 crew were killed and 2 POWs after being shot down by flak.

F/O M. Chappel and P/O A. Belanger from 425 Squadron were hit by flak, not serious. They landed at

Dishforth on return.

F/O L. Dumais landed at Croft on return.

F/O J. Violette, F/Lt C. Lesesne, P/O G. Turcotte, and P/O J. Kolisnek landed at Dishforth on return.

W/O2 M. Lavoie RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III NR-194 coded KW-J, had the stbd inner running poorly

outbound. On return the stbd outer was u/s. On landing at Riccall, they overshot the airfield and did a wheels

up landing in a field.

The crew was not injured.

F/O F. Alward RCAF and crew from 426 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-818 coded OW-M, swung on

takeoff. They hit a ditch, wiping off the undercarriage and the aircraft burned and blew up.

Sgt N. Jackson RAF, F/O M. Wright RCAF, Sgt O. Phillips RCAF, F/O F. Dickinson RCAF

F/Sgt L. Peck RCAF, F/Sgt J. Titus RCAF

All the crew escaped without injury.

P/O D. Black was hit by flak, not serious. They landed at Leeming on return.

F/lt J. Barr, P/O F. Berg, P/O E. Parcher, F/Lt A. Davies, F/Lt D. Hamilton, P/O A. Hutchins, F/O R. Swift,

P/O J. MacFarlane, P/O A. Wilkinson, P/O H. Mercer, F/O J. MacDougall, and F/Lt G. McMonnies landed at

Leeming on return.

F/O S. Levis RCAF–POW and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-811 coded OW-J, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt J. Rattigan RCAF–POW, F/O W. Jarvis RCAF–POW, P/O L. Branston RCAF

Sgt R. Eyre RCAF–POW, Sgt S. Ross RCAF–POW, Sgt K. Montagano RCAF–POW

6 crew were POWs and 1 killed after being shot down by flak.

P/O D. Brown from 432 Squadron returned early as the stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

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P/O J. Daly, W/Cdr K. France, P/O H. Kearl, and F/O R. Ritchie were hit by flak, not serious. They landed at

Wombleton on return.

P/O S. Allen was hit by flak, the hydraulics were u/s. They landed at Wombleton on return.

P/O J. Bigland was hit by flak, there were holes in the fuselage, port wing and flap. The aileron was also

damaged. They landed safely at Wombleton on return.

P/O J. Turner, F/O R. Proud and P/O J. Bain landed at Croft due to poor weather at base.

F/O A. Smith, F/O S. Raymond, F/O J. Paul, W/O2 W. Gelineau, F/O A. King, and F/O R. Martindale landed

at Wombleton on return due to poor weather at base.

March 31, 1945

F/O K. Blyth,–POW, and crew from 408 squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-806, coded EQ-Q, failed to return

from 31.3.45. Sgt D. Grey, POW, F/O J. Taylor,–POW

F/O R. Atkinson, POW, F/Sgt A. Watson, POW, F/Sgt J. Folkerson, –POW

F/Sgt R. Hughes, –POW. They were shot down by an ME-262 near Hamburg.1

F/O V. Clark from 415 squadron P/O V. Clothier

F/O G. Hyland, flying Halifax III MZ-922 coded 6U-C, failed to return from 31.3.45 P/O J. Neilson, RAF,

F/O T. Lewis, RCAF, F/O J. Suttak, RCAF, P/O G. Anderson, RCAF

P/O G. Rude, RCAF P/O G. Peden, RCAF All were killed when they were shot down by an ME-262.

F/O L. Dumais from 425 squadron

F/Lt C. Lesense, RCAF , and crew flying Halifax III MZ-418, coded KW-C, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt J. Tame, RAF–POW , F/Sgt J. Hilliard, RCAF–POW, F/O W. Cable, RCAF–POW

P/O R. Pigeon, RCAF–POW, W/O2 R. Trudeau, RCAF–POW, F/Sgt F. King, RCAF–POW

The pilot was killed and rest were POWs.

F/Lt D. Hamilton from 426 squadron

April 4/5, 1945

P/O A. Brown POW and crew from 408 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-712 coded EQ-N, failed to return

from 4/5.4.45. Sgt R. Hind RAF–POW, F/O W. BurnettPOW, P/O T. KingPOW

F/Sgt J. BennettPOW, P/O F. TrowPOW, F/Sgt K. FinnPOW

All were POWs after losing the port outer over the target. On the return flight all engines quit and the bomb

aimer, wireless operator, and rear gunner bailed out over the sea. The Halifax crashed 20 miles north of

Meppen.

F/O J. Violette from 425 Squadron

F/O A. Smith from 432 Squadron

F/O R. Ritchie and crew flying Halifax VII NP-805 coded QO-J were attacked by an ME-163, it was seen to

explode and claimed destroyed.

April 8/9, 1945

W/O1 W. Craven from 408 Squadron . F/Sgt G. Roberts, S/Ldr W. Smith, F/O R. Chapman, F/O M.

Monahan, F/Lt F. Smith, F/O A. Clifford, P/O L. Clarahan, and F/Lt A. Bossenberry

F/O A. Jensen RCAF and crew, flying Halifax VII NP-769 coded EQ-D, failed to return from this

operation. Sgt A. Thorpe RAF, F/O J. Cunningham RCAF F/O A. Taylor RCAF P/O J. Walker RCAF

F/Sgt R. Smylie RCAF–POW, P/O R. Duncan RCAF

6 crew were killed and 1 POW.

F/O J. Hechter and crew from 415 Squadron flying Halifax VII PN-240 coded 6U-W were attacked by an

unidentified twin engine enemy aircraft, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Chipping Warden on

return due to poor weather at base.

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F/O J. Addison and crew flying Halifax III NR-156 coded 6U-H were attacked by a ME-163, flying wing,

there was no claim or damage. They landed at Chipping Warden on return due to poor weather at base.

415 Sqdrn F/O J. McKenzie, F/O D. Falconer, F/O R. Jupp, F/Lt F. Cahill, F/O E. Millbank, P/O V. Clothier,

P/O L. Harker, F/O J. Patterson, F/O V. Clarke, F/O C. Holter, F/O L. Minkler, F/Lt A. Winmill and F/O A.

Galley landed at Chipping Warden on return due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr R. Hemphill from 425 Squadron had the port outer propeller fly off just before the target. They

completed the operation and landed safely at Manston on 3 engines.

P/O S. Miller and crew flying Halifax III MZ-419 coded KW-E were attacked twice by a FW-190, some

strikes were seen and it was claimed damaged. They landed at Silverstone on return due to poor weather at

base.

F/O J. Giguere and crew flying Halifax III NP-937 coded KW-T were attacked by an unidentified twin engine

enemy aircraft, they was no damage or claim. They landed at Silverstone on return due to poor weather at

base.

F/O J. McMahon landed at Lichfield on return due to poor weather at base.

F/Lt J. Brassard, F/O L. Paquette, F/O J. Rivet, F/O L. Dumas, F/O A. Belanger, F/Lt D. Petrie, F/O S. Blunt,

F/O W. Donkin, F/O J. Kolisnek, F/O G. Buker and F/O A. McClemons landed at Silverstone due to poor

weather at base.

P/O R. Woodsworth and crew from 426 squadron flying Halifax VII LW-201 coded OW-D were attacked by

an unidentified enemy aircraft, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Husbands Bosworth due to poor

weather at base.

F/Lt C. Farrow landed at Harrington due to poor weather at base.

P/O T. Dodsworth, P/O A. Harvie, P/O R. Reith, F/O F. Alward, F/O W. McLeod, P/O E. Parcher, F/Lt D.

Hamilton, P/O H. Mercer, P/O D. Black, W/O2 J. Tuplin, P/O A. Wilkinson, F/Lt G. Titus and F/O J. Boyle

landed at Husbands Bosworth due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr W. Miller from 432 Squadron returned early as the stbd outer was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3

engines.

P/O J. Bain returned early as the stbd inner was u/s. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

W/O2 D. Brewer returned early as the stbd outer kept feathering. They landed safely at base on 3 engines.

F/Lt A. Clarke was hit by flak, the stbd inner was damaged, seized up and the propeller flew off. They landed

safely at Little Staughton on 3 engines.

F/Sgt P. Neville and crew flying Halifax VII NP-694 coded QO-R were attacked by a FW-190, some strikes

were seen and it was claimed damaged. They landed at Market Harborough due to poor weather at base.

W/Cdr K. France, F/O L. Loppe, F/O J. Kinniburgh, P/O H. Kearl, P/O S. Allen, F/O A. Smith, P/O J. Daly,

F/Sgt D. Jamer, F/O J. Paul and F/O A. Nicholson landed at Market Harborough on return due to poor weather

at base.

April 10, 1945

F/Lt L. Godfrey from 408 Squadron returned early as they could not find the gaggle.

F/O E. Millbank from 415 Squadron was hit by flak, not serious.

F/O R. Jupp and crew flying Halifax VII RG-447 coded 6U-S were attacked by a ME-163, there was no claim

or damage.

F/Lt R. Evans RCAF and crew, flying Halifax III NA-185 coded 6U-B, failed to return from this operation.

Sgt J. Andrews RAF, F/O L. Spry RCAF, F/O L. Veitch RCAF, P/O M.Burns RCAF,P/O D. Lorenz RCAF

P/O R. Teevin RCAF

All were killed.

F/O J. McMahon from 425 Squadron F/Sgt J. Beaudoin

F/O J. Giquere and crew flying Halifax III NP-937 coded KW-T fired upon an ME-163 attacking another

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bomber, there was no claim.

F/Lt C. Farrow from 426 Squadron P/O R. Reith

April 13/14, 1945

F/Sgt G. Roberts, F/Lt E. Heaven, S/Ldr H. Saunders, and F/Lt A. Bossenberry from 408 Squadron

F/Lt J. Baird and crew flying Halifax VII RG-473 coded EQ-H were attacked by an unidentified twin engine

aircraft, there was no claim or damage. They landed at Glatton on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O F. Reain and crew flying Halifax VII PN-225 coded EQ-J were attacked by a JU-88, there was no damage

but many strikes were seen on the starboard wing and the engine was on fire. It was claimed damaged. They

landed at Tarrant Rushton on return due to poor weather at base.

from 408 Sqdrn F/Lt L. Godfrey, F/O R. Chapman, F/Lt F. Smith, P/O J. Edwards, F/Lt D. Tempest, F/O C.

Campbell, P/O D. Tory, W/O2 J. Fitzsimmons, F/O A. Clifford, F/Lt A. Cull and F/Lt R. Hutcheon landed at

Glatton on return due to poor weather at base.

F/O A. Galley from 415 Squadron returned early as the navigation aids were u/s.

P/O R. McClatchie returned early as the port outer was u/s. They landed safely at Langham on 3 engines.

F/O J. McKenzie, F/O J. Addison, F/O L. Harker, F/Lt F. Cahill, P/O V. Clothier, F/O J. Huffman, F/O R.

Jupp, W/Cdr R. Blagrave, F/O B. Cowieson, F/Lt O. Piper, F/O J. Hultman, F/O E. Millbank, F/Lt E.

Wilkinson, F/O C. Holter, F/O T. Donnelly, F/O J. Hechter and P/O C. Ensom landed at Wellesbourne

Mountford due to poor weather at base.

F/O J. Rivet from 425 Squadron W/Cdr H. Ledoux, F/O G. Buker, F/O A. Belanger, F/O J. McMahon, F/Lt D.

Petrie, P/O W. Davidson, F/Sgt J. Beaudoin, F/O J. Kolisnek, S/Ldr R. Hemphill, F/O L. Paquette, F/O L.

Dumais, F/O C. Paquette, F/O W. Donkin, F/O J. Halle, W/O1 G. Nye and F/O A. McClemons

F/Lt D. Hamilton from 426 Squadron P/O A. Harvie, F/Lt J. Baillie and F/Lt G. Titus P/O F. Berg, F/Sgt J.

Burlak, F/O R. Moase and F/Lt G. McMonnies landed at Winthorpe P/O R. Reith, F/Lt W. McLeod, F/Lt W.

Smith, F/Lt C. Benton, P/O E. Parcher, W/O2 J. Tuplin, and F/O D. Black

P/O D. McTaggart and crew flying Halifax VII NP-705 coded QO-Y were attacked by a JU-88, there was no

claim or damage. They landed at Long Marston on return due to poor weather at base.

S/Ldr W. Miller F/O J. Collin P/O H. Kearl from 432 Squadron .

P/O S. Allen and W/O2 D. Brewer F/O J. Paul, F/Sgt P. Neville, F/O A. Nicholson, F/O J. Kinniburgh, P/O J.

Bain, F/O A. Smith, P/O J. Daly, F/Sgt D. Jamer and F/O R. Martindale F/Lt J. Brown, F/O R. Johnstone, F/O

R. Dahl, F/Lt R. Andres, P/O W. Harker, F/O W. Simpson, P/O B. Jensen, W/O2 R. Beliveau,

P/O J. Forbes and F/O R. Christenson from 433 Squadron

April 16/17, 1945

F/Lt R. Hutcheon from 408 Squadron

F/Sgt J. Burlak from 426 Squadron .

Apl 18, 1945

F/Lt A. Cull RCAF and crew from 408 Squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-776 coded EQ-R, failed to return

from 18.4.45. Sgt E. Sykes RAF F/O F. Hill RCAF F/O D. Miller RCAF

P/O C. White RCAF P/O R. Williams RCAF P/O H. Wood RCAF All were killed.

F/O C. Holter from 415 Squadron

F/Sgt G. Bellavance from 425 Squadron F/O J. Halle F/Sgt J. Beaudoin F/Sgt W. Jackson

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F/O R. Lemay from 426 Squadron F/Lt. J .Paul

F/O S. Pepler from 432 Squadron .

April 22, 1945

F/Lt T. Donnelly from 415 Squadron .

F/O C. Gillis from 433

April 25, 1945

F/Lt. A. Ely, RCAF , and crew from 408 squadron, flying Halifax MK VII NP-796, coded EQ-M, failed to

return from 25.4.45. Sgt. J. Hughes, RAF P/O J. Brambleby, RCAF F/O J. Stanely, RCAF

F/O A. Boyd, RCAF P/O A. Rutter, RCAF P/O V. Hovey, RCAF There were no survivors in a mid-air

P/O J. Tuplin, RCAF , and crew from 426 squadron, flying Halifax VII NP-820, coded OW-W, failed to

return from this operation. Sgt. R. Roberts, RAF W/O R. Evans, RAF P/O R. Curzon, RCAF P/O E.

Hicks, RCAF "../Teskey.html" There were no survivors in a mid-air collision.

F/O S. Raymond from 432 squadron F/Sgt. D. Jamer

HALIFAX Casualties according to Squadrons

#408 coded EQ-

8/9.6.44 26 Lancasters from 408, 419, and 426 Squadrons were joined by 89 Halifaxes from 420, 425,

427, 429, 431, 432, and 434 Squadrons on an attack of the rail yards at St. Ghislain. The crews were over the

target at between 6,000 and 9,500 feet releasing 1,173,000 lbs of high explosives. According to reports

bombing was accurate and severe damage was caused to the rail yards.

F/Lt A. Cull RCAF Halifax VII NP-776R, failed to return Sgt E. Sykes RAF F/O F. Hill RCAF

F/O D. Miller RCAF, P/O C. White RCAF, P/O R. Williams RCAF, P/O H. Wood RCAF All were killed.

F/O A. Jensen RCAF Halifax VII NP-769D, failed to return . Sgt A. Thorpe RAF, F/O J. Cunningham RCAF

F/O A. Taylor RCAF, P/O J. Walker RCAF, P/O R. Duncan RCAF, 6 crew were killed &1 POW.

F/O R. Wallis RCAF Halifax VII NP-746E, failed to return P/O L. Collinson RCAF F/O T. Little RCAF

P/O P. Myerson RAAF P/O T. Quinn RCAF P/O R. Siewart RCAF 6 crew were killed and 1 POW.

F/O C. Johnson RCAF Halifax VII NP-743K, failed to return Sgt T. Chandler RAF F/O N. Baily RCAF

F/O J. O’Brien RCAF P/O J. Mortley RCAF P/O F. Henry RCAF P/O B. House RCAF All killed.

F/Lt. A. Ely, RCAF Halifax MK VII NP-796M, failed to return Sgt. J. Hughes, RAF P/O J. Brambleby,

RCAF F/O J. Stanely, RCAF, F/O A. Boyd, RCAF, P/O A. Rutter, RCAF, P/O V. Hovey, RCAF

no survivors in a mid-air

F/Lt. A. Scheelar, RCAF Halifax III NR-209A, failed to return P/O J. Daly, RAF, F/O F. Leithead, RCAF

F/O L. Benville, RCAF 4 crew were killed and 3 were POWs.

F/O W. Dunwoodie POW Halifax VII NP-781U, failed to return P/O W. Allan RCAF, F/Lt W. Friker RCAF,

F/O D. Kellar RCAF, P/O D. Tonkin RCAF, P/O G. D’Amour RCAF 5 killed a& 2 POWs.

F/O J. Kellond, POW, Halifax VII, NP-761A, failed to return , All were POWs.

P/O V. Gilson RCAF, Halifax VII NP-744Q, crashed in Belgium on return. Sgt. A. Anderson, RAF,

F/O D. Staples, RCAF F/O L. Reaume, RCAF P/O D. Woodworth, RCAF, F/Sgt. W. Sutton, RCAF

P/O A. Ineson, RCAF 3 crew members were injured and 4 killed.

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#415 coded 6U-

F/Lt R. Evans RCAF Halifax III NA-185B, failed to return Sgt J. Andrews RAF, F/O L. Spry RCAF, F/O L.

Veitch RCAF, P/O M.Burns RCAF,P/O D. Lorenz RCAF

P/O R. Teevin RCAF

F/O G. Hyland, RCAF Halifax III MZ-922C, failed to return P/O J. Neilson, RAF, F/O T. Lewis, RCAF, F/O

J. Suttak, RCAF, P/O G. Anderson, RCAF P/O G. Rude, RCAF P/O G. Peden, RCAF

F/O J. McCollum RCAF Halifax III MZ-907P, failed to return Sgt S. Lowe RAF , P/O R. Paul RCAF

, P/O J. Jones RCAF P/O L. Brennan RCAF 5 crew were killed and 2 POWs

F/Lt W. Borrett RCAF alifax III NR-253L, failed to return, PO P. Mogridge RCAF 2 crew were killed and 5

POWs.

F/O L. Belcher, RCAF Halifax III MZ-456P failed to return Sgt. L. Mawson, RAF, F/O H. Breir, RCAF, F/O

M. Strosberg, RCAF F/O H. Irvine, RCAF F/O S. Elgie, RCAF P/O N. Butler, RCAF This crew

was involved in a mid-air collision over Germany with a 10 squadron Halifax, all were killed.

F/O S. McFadden, (POW) Halifax III MZ-476Y, failed to return F/O E. Rhind, RCAF, P/O J. Rinder, RCAF

P/O J. Clarke, RCAF 3 crew were killed and 4 were POWs.

F/O W. Regimbal, RCAF Halifax III NA-583F, failed to return Sgt. S. Spence, RAF F/O R. Rose, RCAF

F/O H. Rabkin, RCAF F/O G. Zbura, RCAF P/O V. Nelson, RCAF P/O J. Griffin, RCAF P/O M.

Morton, RCAF All were killed.

F/O H. Knobovitch, RCAF, Halifax III MZ-603E, failed to return . , F/O A. Orchard, RCAF,

F/O B. Anderson, RCAF P/O J. Harper, RCAF, F/O W. Huskilson, RCAF, P/O V. Valde, RCAF

6 were killed and 2 were POWs.

#424 coded QB-

P/O F. Dolter RCAF Halifax III LW-157S, failed to return Sgt M. Rume RAF, P/O G. Wilson RCAF, P/O N.

Wilson RCAF, P/O J. Kellie RCAF, P/O J. Almond RCAF, P/O H. Wilson RCAF.All lost without a trace.

F/Lt E. Mallett Evd Halifax III HX-313B, failed to return , F/O R. Irwin RCAF, P/O W. Wakely RCAF,

P/O G. Freeman RCAF, 4 evaded , 3 were killed and 1 POW after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

#425 coded KW-

F/Lt C. Lesense, RCAF Halifax III MZ-418C, failed to return Sgt J. Tame, RAF–POW, F/Sgt J. Hilliard,

RCAF–POW, F/O W. Cable, RCAF–POW

P/O R. Pigeon, RCAF–POW, W/O2 R. Trudeau, RCAF–POW, F/Sgt F. King, RCAF–POW

The pilot was killed and rest were POWs.

F/O J. Wadleigh RCAF Halifax VII NP-682R,.F/O J. Campbell RCAF, F/Sgt G. Fetherston RCAF, F/O G.

Cahoon RCAF F/Sgt M. Grant RCAF, P/O J. Laing RCAF P/O C. Houston RCAF

All were killed except the pilot and wireless operator.

8/9.6.44 P/O J. Henry was attacked by 2 enemy aircraft. no claims or damage. F/O E. Kirk landed at

Seighford due to poor weather.

F/O V. Brimicombe POW, flying Halifax III NP-999W, failed to return . P/O S. Moore, RAF, 1 crew member

was killed and 6 were POWs.

F/O J. Seguin, POW Halifax III NR-178J, failed to return P/O G. Noonan, RAF, Sgt. B. Simonin, RCAF

2 killed and 5 POWs.

F/Sgt. J. Cauchy, POW Halifax III MZ-860E, failed to return , P/O J. Piche, RCAF , P/O J. Lamarre,

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RCAF, 2 crew were killed and 5 were POWs.

F/Sgt. J. Cauchy, POW Halifax III MZ-860E, failed to return P/O J. Piche, RCAF, P/O J. Lamarre, RCAF,

2 crew were killed and 5 were POWs.

F/O J. Desmarais RCAF Halifax III MZ-538V, crashed shortly after takeoff. P/O J. Blackburn RAF, F/O J.

Bernier RCAF, P/O J. Labrecque RCAF, P/O J. Dubois RCAF

F/Sgt J. Paradis RCAF, F/Sgt J. Lariviere RCAF, P/O R. Gauthier RCAF All were killed.

F/O D. Smith, POW Halifax III MZ-831Z, failed to return from. Sgt. W. Clowes, RAF 1 killed & 6 POWs.

F/Lt M. Dugas, POW Halifax III LW-379D, failed to return P/O J. Savoie, RCAF 1 killed & 7 POWs by a

Nightfighter over the target.

F/O L. White USAAF Halifax III LK-798A, failed to return , P/O J. Lefebvre RCAF,

2 killed, 2 evaded, & 4 as POWs, after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

P/O E. Laporte RCAF Halifax III LK-810Y, failed to return Sgt N. Ward RAF, F/O J. Tetrault RCAF, F/Sgt J.

Mallette RCAF, W/O1 J. Laing RCAF Sgt J. Levasseur RCAF, 6 crew were killed and 1 POW.

#426 coded OW-

8/9.6.44

Halifax VII NP-811J, failed to return P/O L. Branston RCAF, 6 crew were POWs and 1 killed .

F/O J. Wadleigh RCAF Halifax VII NP-682R, F/O J. Campbell RCAF, F/Sgt G. Fetherston RCAF, F/O G.

Cahoon RCAF F/Sgt M. Grant RCAF, P/O J. Laing RCAF P/O C. Houston RCAF

All were killed except the pilot and wireless operator.

F/Lt G. Thomson RCAF Halifax VII serial NP-704L, failed to return P/O R. Silver RCAF, F/O H. Bloch

RCAF, F/O J. Robinson RCAF, W/O2 A. Jones RCAF, Sgt R. Vallier RCAF P/O W. Haryett RCAF

All were killed.

F/Lt R. Galbraith RCAF Halifax III RG-350K, failed to return Sgt J. Davidson RAF, F/O J. Shirey RCAF

3 crew were killed and 4 POWs after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

P/O J. Tuplin, RCAF Halifax VII NP-820W, failed to return Sgt. R. Roberts, RAF W/O R. Evans, RAF

P/O R. Curzon, RCAF P/O E. Hicks, RCAF "../Teskey.html" There were no survivors in a mid-air

F/O T. Layman POW Halifax VII LW-209Y, failed to return F/Sgt J. Hoyle RAF, F/O E. Fox RCAF

2 crew were killed and 5 POWs after being shot down by flak.

F/O H. Elder, POW Halifax VII NP-800S failed to return Sgt. R. Newberry, RAF, F/O J. Clements, RCAF

F/O L. Hopper, RCAF, 3 killed, 2 POWs, and 2 evaded capture after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

F/Lt. C. Boddington, (POW) Halifax VII LW-199C, failed to return Sgt. E. Grundy, RAF F/O A.

Harrison, RCAF Sgt. C. Campton, RCAF 3 crew were killed and 4 POWs.

F/O W. Anderson, RCAF Halifax VII NP-709A, failed to return Sgt. J. Langton, RAF F/O G. Mullin,

RCAF P/O C. Goble, RCAF, Sgt. T. Edgell, RCAF, F/Sgt. L. Griffith, RCAF, F/Sgt. J. McLea, RCAF

All were killed.

P/O R. Goreham, --POW Halifax VII NP-771J failed to return . Sgt. R. Charlton, RAF, P/O E. Courtis, RCAF,

P/O A. McLeod, RCAF, P/O J. Weedon, RCAF, P/O A. Balfour, RCAF, 5 killed & 2 POWs by flak.

F/Lt. W. Scott, POW Halifax VII NP-739U failed to return . P/O J. Wilson RAF, P/O G. Brooks RCAF,

P/O J. Short, RCAF Three crew-members killed, 4 POWs after being shot down by flack.

Three crew-members killed, 4 POWs after being shot down by flack.

1st/Lt J. Smith USAAF Halifax III MZ-598J, failed to return , P/O K. Harris RAF, P/O V. Mudford RCAF

P/O A. Jackson RAF, P/O A. Horton RCAF, P/O E. Park RCAF, P/O K. Schmidt RCAF

7 crew were killed and one taken as POW.

F/O J. Black RCAF--POW and crew, flying Halifax III LK-883 coded OW-E, failed to return from this

operation. F/Sgt W. Berry RAF--Evd , F/O R. Doubt RCAF--Evd , F/O J. van Maarion RCAF--Evd

P/O J. Jones RCAFRCAF, P/O K. Drumm RCAF, Sgt. A. Jones RAF

Four crew members were killed, 3 evaded and one POW.

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P/O W. Bentz RCAF Halifax III LW-682* M, failed to return . Sgt. R. Ellerslie RAF, F/O T. Taylor RCAF,

F/O C. Phillips RCAF, P/O J. McIntyre RCAF P/O J. Arbour RCAF, P/O J. Summerhayes RCAF,

P/O F. Roach RCAF All were killed when shot down by a Nightfighter.

*This aircraft was recovered recently, with the remains of three Canadian crew members still aboard.

P/O N. Craig, RCAF Halifax III LW-598J, was orbiting the airfield in preparation when the stbd inner caught

fire. P/O R. Parker, RCAF, Sgt. F. Howard, RAF P/O A Sootheran, RCAF, P/O W. Holenchuk, RCAF,

W/O1 R. Parker, RCAF Sgt. J. Hughes, RAF

The Halifax side slipped and crashed into houses in the town of Newton on Ouse. The mid upper gunner was

able to get out and pulled the seriously injured pilot out. The rest of the crew were killed.

S/Ldr I. McRobie RCAF Halifax III NA-510E, failed to return . Sgt E. White RAF, 2 killed, 2 POWs and 4

evaded capture after being shot down by a Nightfighter.

Casualty’s from Halifax in Alphabetical order

*Note that in the following list the first two digits indicate the squadron number

but the ‘4’ has been omitted -so, for example, ‘25’ indicates ‘425 Squadron. 08A.Allan718 08N.P.Anderson711’O’ 15B.B.Anderson603E 15J.AndrewsRAF185 15G.Anderson922 19J.AshtonRAF910R

19J.A.Anderson158 20E Andrews502U 20C.Axford595 20R.Arnold184 24H.T.Amy314 24J.Allan346

24R.Atkins879A 25M.Anderson845 24J.H.Almond157 25C.AdamsRAF715 26J.Athinson228

26J.E.Arbour682

26W.Anderson709 26J.AndrewRAF681 26J.H.Athinson778 28E.Andrews274 29E.Alm452 29W.Adlard963

29A.Achlymichuk802 29H.Austin802 29W.B.Anderson128 31J.Artyniuk 31W.AbbottRAF 31P.AlpRAF

31J.P.Artinuk602 31W.Alred833 33R.Ainsworth807 33R.I.AthinsonRAF899 33R.AtkinsonRAF863

33J.Armstrong816 34P.AgerRAF433W 34J.Alexander173 34I.Alexander596 34E.Armour178R

08D.L.Brown769 08R.BarnveldRAF769 08B.Burrows804 08G.Barraball710 08R.O.Blackhall898

08N.Baird718 08L.Benville209 08J.Bramblely796 08A.Boyd796 15M.Burns185

15L.Brennan907 15R.Brown936 15H.Brier456 15L.Belcher456 15N.Butler456

19 A.H.Bell159 19A.Batkln323 19L.BenderRAF971 19H.BrownRAF457 19J.Beattie114U

19H.BakerRAF458 19F.Brady243 19G.BlythRAF158 19J.Batterton163 19G.Birtch270

19J.Bachand910R 20J.Bourcier692 20G.Beall502 20D.Block687 20K.Boucock687

20P.BethellRAF426Q 20R.Battler190 20L.Brand471 24J.Buckham970 24R.H.Bannihr169

24J.Blane997 24W.Bonar131 24F.Bartley311A 24J.Bellamy346 24D.Bellantine346

24J.BoltonRAF879A 24L.Boudreau962 24H.Botterill376 25J.Brisson633 25G.Boucher573

25N.C.Boucher672

25T.Barton641 25D.A.Butler674N 25E.Brabbins454 25J.Brownell454 25R.BarnicoatRAF641

25B.Betts712 25G.BeresfordRAF594 25J.Beaudry845 26W.S.Bentz682 26R.A.Biggerstaff793H

26J.Beesley 26A.Balfour771 26A.Bradley819 26P.Buck741 26G.Brookes739

26D.L.Bourner200 26L.Branston811 26L.Burnett676 27J.Ballock234 27D.BristowRAF995

27B.BuxtonRAF629 27B.Begbie253 27G.Braum184 27W.Bray184 27F.Brady243

27D.Bristow995 27R.Blair 27J.Beresford363 27J.Bilbie821 27R.Burns821

27K.Brown182 27R.Burns821 27W.Biggs257 27J.F.Brown831 27W.Breen629

27J.Burke829D 27E.BartlettRAF251 28F.Bawden229 28W.Blackmore238 28W.Boucher906

28C.Butcher915 28W.Bracken906 28E.Bell 28W.Blake285 28R.BradleyRAF249

28L.Banks230 28R.Briggs-Jude233 28R.Buck966V 28W.Bruce966V 28A.Biggs966V

28J.BurfieldRAF274

29R.BoardRAF323 29V.BuckseyRAF323 29D.Brillinger963 29R.Baldry414 29A.Brown989

29I.Benson452 29J.BakerRAF452 29J.Buchanan452 29M.Brewer347 29E.Baldry415

29A.Brown989 29K.Brayne825 29E.Bailey295 29A/Beyak363 29J.BowenRAF993J

29T.BrownRAF993J 29H.BlackmanRAF993J 29M.BridewellRAF993J 29A.Bates137 29J.BeggRAF746H

31C.Bull 31G.Baumann859 31E.BoyleUSAAF514 31J.Barrie150N 31D.Bowchocki963H

31J.Blasko 31N.Bailey589 31W.Burge632M 31G.H.Blatchford514P 31J.Bates964T

31G.BeckenRAF265 31R.BakerRAF657 31N.Bailey589 31J.BothwellRAF963H 31N.BellRAF181Q

32E.Boutilier506 32W.Blanchard601 32D.Bailey584Y 32C.Bertola584Y 32T.Baker863

32F.Burgess702 32S.Bonter689 32E.Bishop702 32W.Brown702 32A.Bleich812

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32W.BorderRAF708 32G.BradshawRAF702 32R.Burton 32R.Botsford601 32J.B.Bell

32A.BeamontRAF779W 33L.Bonnett966 33J.Buckingham966 33H.Brewer353 33W.Baird123

33J.Bailllargeon899 33H.Boissevain291 33J.Bourgeault840 33G.Burns990 33J.Bedard990

33B.Bercuson899 33T.Baker863 33J.Beveridge879 33J.Buckingham966 33G.Burns990

33J.Bedard990 34J.BoltonRAF297Z 34D.W.Brown114 34C.Bartlett173 34W.Bailey634

34WBellinger259 34J.Blanchard971Y 34C.Broadfoot255V 34H.Beames257Z 34R.Ballentine178A

34A.E.Boehmer433W 34W.Ballantyne647 34J.BlackRAF596 34R.Bruegeman436 34C.T.Beech792H

34A.G.Best114 34G.Berg638 34J.C.Badgley114 34C.BurgessRAF894 34J.Box894

34F.BartletteRAF894 34C.Brown258 34N.Betts255 34V.BakerRAF141H 34W.Burton217A

34D.Brown218 34C.S.Brest135R

08A.J.Cull776 08A.Chalk365 08A.Cull776 08L.Cofield804 08J.Cunningham769

15C.Craigie936 15J.Clarke476 19A.Chandler376

19E.Chockin376 20A.CracknellRAF645 20C.CusakRAF528 20N.Cushman713 20E.Clark184

24A.Cayer131 24F.Cammart780 24R.Chapman318 24A.Crossland879A 20G.Calder426Q

24D.Crosbie962 24A.D.Chapman896 24P.Cronin959

25W.H.Cameron672 25W.Clowes831 25B.ClarkRAF594 25C.M.Crabtree674H 25F.P.Cartan391N

25W.Corbett815 25R.Charron845 25J.Cote860 25J.Cauchy860 25R.Cantin860

26T.Campbell210 26R.Curzon820 26M.W.Coones793H 26J.Chistmas819B 26R.Cuff202

26R.CharltonRAF771 26E.Courtis771 26J.E.Clements800 26E.L.Colp208 26C.H.Campton199

26A.W.Carter200 26W.Carson879 26O.Cook800 26N.Craig598 27D.Cotton938

27J.Z.Cardinal365 27L.Cartwright135 27D.Carson985 27P.Cronyn821 27S.CorranRAF821

27A.Chibanoff253 27D.CoeRAF253 27C.Cahill629 27W.Crain959 27D.CallenRAF182

27F.Cornelius243 27B.Crew257 27C.CookRAF246S 27J.Coflin246S 27J.ChildRAF246S

27C.CookRAF246S 27N.Cook246S 27W.CozenRAF191 27T.Cooper551G 27J.Creba558A

28C.CramptonRAF267 28J.Curran207 28M.Chepil274H 28W.Cogger211

28G.Crighton-KellyRAF212

28A.Cadeau213 28F.ClucasRAF252 28D.CharlesworthRAF212

28L.CoupeRAF252 29R.Christie124 29J.Cockrane137 29P.Crosswell802 29J.CunninghamRAF

29A.Chorneyki363 29P.Coltman295 29W.CotterillRAF662Q 29J.Crawford275T 29F.Christenson332

29A.Caldwell996 29S.Carson347 29E.ChapmanRAF323 29V.Compton825 29J.Cabana374

29H.Carter197 29H.Clay746H 31R.CorkillRAF514 31D.CrosswaiteRAAF884

31G.Carefoot640Q 31G.A.CurtisRAF602V 31C.Campbell629 31D.A.Cooper572R 31R.Carter858

31W.ChapmanRAF 832H 31J.Collver589 31S.Crawley372 31R.E.Carter514 31R.Cole572R

31R.Cook898 31G.Cummine701 31A.I.CrainRAAF514P 31J.Corriveau150N 31M.Charlebois150N

31G.CarterRAF181Q 31J.Cunningham964T 32G.CookRAF723 32C.Crowe719 32J.Clothier475

32J.Cook702 32K.Cannings583 32D.Cawker779W 32J.CampbellRAF979W

32W.Crum506 32J.Clarke811 32F.CrawfordRAF688 32E.Clarke702 32K Cannings583

32D.ColquhounRAF684 32D.Cooke475 33J.Clerc808 33J.CummingRAF291 33W.Cook807

33J.Charlton797L 33J.Cowture283R 33H.Cox281H 34K.L.Chapman801G 34O.CulverwellRAF740

34J.ClaryUSAAF259L 34M.ChasmarRAF317 34T.A.Christie684 34R,.Campbell173 34F.Crossley699

34N.Cowan437 34E.Chapman596 34R.Compton649 34L.Carter971Y 34E.Cutler964T

34L.Cameron945’O 34W.CottonRAF178R

08J.Dingwall716 08R.Duncan769 08J.Daly209 08G.Daughters718

19R.Dempster971 ` 19J.Dayton971 19G.Donaldson376 19J.Dally158 19A.DixonRAF163

19F.Davis458 19G.Davies327A 19J.Dehoux327A 19J.Donald456B 19J.Dillon242

19H.D’Apering 19J.Davidson239 20R.Davies687 20R.Dinnen190 20W.Dunningan946

20W.Dunbar426Q 20H.Damgaard396T 20B.Downey396 T 24F.W.Dolter157 24A.DowdingRAF311

24J.Doig879A 24W.DohertyRAF318 24P.Davies346 24R.Dickinson961 24L.B.DawsonRAF169

24W.C.DavidsonRAF896 24J.P.Durkin896 24T.DaviesRAF961 25H.Dube591 25A.DeCruzensere845

25J.Desbiens173 25H.D’Avrill173 25J.T.Dufour672 25F.Dalessandro712 25K.Duffield417G

26K.Drumm883 26H.Doggett879 26A.E.Dowding200 26R.B.Dowding200 26D.DuBoulay676

27F.G.Devereux831 27E.Duffin135 27H.Davey821 27W.Draganiuk968 27E.Dubeau135

27E.Duffin135 27E.Dubeau135 27A.Dickinson821 27R.DixsonRAF976Z 27G.Dudley644

27R.Dawson139 27R.Dumas279Z 27L.Dunn558A 28E.Driscoll915 28M.Donaldson906

28H.DumbrillRAF252 28T.DagnallRAF928 29D.Depew825 29C.Dempster825 29B.Dunlop295

29H.Doiron963 29R.DrewettRAF746H 29A.DentonRAF363 31G.Dumville657 31E.DaviesRAF945’O

31J.W.Dunn572 31T.Dahle372 31W.DesboroughRAF589 32J.Desmaraus506 32L.DenningRAF584Y

32G.Dieno601 33A.Drennan899 33J.DunfordRAF990 33J.Desroches990 33A.DolleryRAF129

33J.Davidson230P 33F.DaplynRAF230P 33J.Demers256S 33C.Depper289T 34E.S.Dwyer297Z

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34A.J.Doran684 34G.J.Dunlop684 34T.DaviesRAF634 34C.Dymond293 34J.Dance218N

34J.Dupont666T 34E.Davidson638 34P.Dack179 34J.Dowghest493 34J.DoveRAF255V

34J.Donnelly255V 34E.Downing433W 34J.DoveRAF135R 34L.H.DoeRAF135R 34K.Donaldson801’O

34E.Devaney716P 34M.Donoghue699

08A.Ely796 08K.E.Emmons898 15R.Evans185 15S.Elgie456 20C.Elsley426Q

20J.Epock184 25F.H.Eade674N 26I.Emerson210 26A.Evans768 26R.EvansRAF820

26R.EllerlieRAF682 26T.Edgell709 26P.B.Eagles208 27D.Evans558A 27R.EdwardsRAF831

28F.EdwardsRAF213 28J.Este233 28T.Elliot214 28G.England199 28M.EvansRAF274

29G.ElliottRAF415 29R.G.Ellis127S 29J.Ewen690T 31J.EvansRAF859 31E.Empey629

31J.Eadinger833 31H.Evans265 1 31A.Edgar968 34R.EvansRAF919 34D.Evans178R

34E.ElderRAF917 34F.Elms340V

08 D.FlittonRAF 08J.FogginRAF769 19H.Fowler215 19E.D.Fogg239 19F.ForrestRAF119’O

19W.Fletcher420 19K.P.Farmer239 19M.Fournier456B 20D.Freed184 20L.Franklin476

24G.Freeman313 24J.Fraser376 24A.L.Flatt896 24E.Folliott961 24B.FoskettRAAF311A

24J.FisherRAAF311A

25E.Fortin633 25E.Fairey641 25E.Faulkner860 25A.Fouhnier172 25G.Forsyth815

26R.Fitzpatrick883 26E.G.Fox209 26R.Fennell799 26T.Fredrickson197 26E.FartRAF676

27B.Findlay246 27H.Frost253 27R.D.Ford831 27E.FairfieldRAF234 27R.Fraser629

27N.F.Fitton995 27R.Ferguson363 27J.Fletcher243 28G.Fanson230 28P.FlowerRAF207

27A.FittonRAF836W

28H.Funkhouser212 28J.FordRAF212 28G.Feakes249 28H.Funkhouser212 28J.FarmerRAF215

29W.Fields452 29V.Fleming452 29M.Fernandez124 29R.Fournier363 29D.A.Flett602U

29J.Fennessey802 29G.Fisher347 29A.Forsyth993J 29L.Fincham662

31J.Faragher372 31A.Fairless629 32T.Fisher723 32W.Fernhough591 32H.Frizzell779W

33M.H.Fleming863 33M.E.Fairall899 33J.Fraser230P 34D.A.Flett602U 34E.FordeRAF971Y

34C.Fitzpatrick260 34E.FordRAF255 34W.Ferrier686L 34A.Fischer686L 34A.FryRAF218N

34H.Farr218N

08R.W.GriggsRAF643 08Q.Grierson716 08J.Guthrie716 08A.Grubert959 08W.J.Gilmore711

15J.P.Griffin583 15F.Graves476 15J.Gallagher936 19T.GettingRAF114V 19J.Greenridge912F

19R.Griffiths971 19J.GilvaryRAF458 19D.Garland464 19W.J.Gerow234 19S.Gibson119’O

20P.GoughRAF692 20A.GoodallRAF502 20W.Gaba190 24L.R.Georgeson314 24W.Gibson376

24W.GalbraithRAF131 24R.Guild901 24J.P.Grace901 24V.C.Gerrie959 25J.J.Giroux672

25J.Gibson641 25W.Gracie594 26E.H.GrundyRAF199 26E.Garrett228 26L.GilesRAF799

26C.Goble709 26L.Griffith709 26R.Gunderson799 27R.Gallaugher279Z 27A.GraigerRAF253

27H.Gordon757 27J.Graham644 27J.Grieve644 27R.Grout363 27A.GanderRAF976Z

27L.Gray139 28D.Griffin 28A.Garalick274 28R.Goldstein213 28A.GourdRAF216

28T.Green249 28H.GordonRAF216 28A.Garalick274 28A.GothamRAF271M 29E.GwynneRAF332

29W.L.Gillespie127S 29E.GossRAF963 29G.Gardiner127S 29H.Gilmore950 29H.Glass132H

29J.Gloeckler950 29 Gonroski996 29P.J.Gandy602U 29R.GreenRAF746H 29P.GilfeatherRAF993

29J.Gibbons174 31D.GurridgeRAF884 31J.Gravel884 31E.GuinanRAF629 31E.C.Green837H

31I.L.Gould514P 31A.Girolani884 31J.Gustafson845 31J.Gardiner845 31G.Germiquet372

31W.Gilchrist632M 31C.I.Grant451 31F.GoodallRAF659 31R.Gillander905 32J.R.Giles688

32J.Gallagher719 32C.Gill719 32G.Gilbert723 33L.S.Guerney879 33C.W.GarrettRAF879

33H.Grimble899 33W.Gracie120 33A.Gira283 33J.Grant807 34W.A.Good433W

34G.D.GrantRAF920 34J.Gelinas596 34D.GillamRAF141H 3434F.Gauy218N 34M.Gnius135R

34H.German638 34P.J.Gandy602U 34D.Goodfellow971Y 34W.Glover699 34J.Galloway699

34S.GroucottRAF649

08T/LA.HauzenbergerUSAAF716 08G.Houston710 08J.Hughes796 08V.Hovey796 08F.C.Hill776

08H.HuigillRAF643 08R.HamiltonRAF804 15J.R.Harper603 15W.S.Huckilson603 15G.Hyland922

19S.Heard158 19S.Handforth250 19R.HorswellRAF798 19S.Heard158 19E.Humphreys912F

19A.Hackbart114V 19J.Hairsine 19F.Harnett456B 19D.HopperRAF456B 19J.Henderson242

19G.Howitson231 19A.HarrisRAF331 19W.Hunter 20K.Heron713 20V.Hubbard645

20A.Hall476 20A.HansfordRAF503 20H.Hebert713 20W.Hickox502 20J.W.HampsonRAF505

24R.Heuchert959 24L.HansonRAF780 24W.HugliRAF318 24R.Hunter802 24W.HarrisRAF951

25J.Howell641 25J.Hickson815 25L.H.Hogg674N 25J.Hurteau633 25C.Hary417G

25P.Hall454 25J.Hyde454 26A.Hutchison210 26K.HarrisRAF598

26E.J.Harwood200 26J.J.Hoyle209 26L.Hill879 26E.Hicks820

26A.L.Horton598 26G.I.Hopper778 26A.W.Harrison199 26T.J.Hunt778

26J.Hughes598 26F.H.HowardRAF598 26W.Holenchuk598 26L.Hopper800

26P.Hyde768 26C.W.Hostetler202 27W.HornbyRAF295 27A.E.Hall165 27W.Hegg836W

27W.Haley 27M.HicksRAF968 27F.HarrisRAF836W 28W.Hadden207

29J.Hawke415 29T.HolmesRAF362 29D.Hall132 29R.Harrod132 29G.Howard363

29G.Hallam906 29J.HornbyRAF295 29W.Hunter989 29H.HarrisonRAF647D 29W.Hicks746H

29J.HamiltonRAF974Z 29H.Heimbecker690T 29R.HawkerRAF974Z 31R.HealdRAF 31J.Howell964

31J.Houston905 31G.Heider137 31F.Hatchman514 31A.Howcroft514 31J.G.Hagell434

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31J.Harris597 31J.Hatchwell644 31W.Hewetson181Q 32W.Haryett704 32J.HendryRAF591K

32E.Hayes475(S/L)L 32C.Hay475L 32G.Harris475 32S.Hawkin594 32E.HortonRAF506

32J.Hogg723 33J.Harrison828 33J.Hein230P 33F.Harman879 33J.A.Hawkins879

33A.Holmes990 33G.Hagerman797L 33K.Hargreaves797L 34M.Habiluk792 34R.Hewitt293

34Handzuk684 34H.Hansell917 34N.HarrisRAF634 34C.Hovey 34M.Halpin919

34J.HallasRAAF648 34D.Hughes684 34W.Hayter255V 34J.HolderRAF945 W 34G.Hatch257Z

34H.B.HillRAF135R 34A.Heaton740V 34A.Hornby740V 34D.Hughes684 34D.HallRAF217

34J.HinksRAF893 34R.Hinkes

08A.Ineson744 08J.A.Invererity643 15H.Irvine456 24R.Irwin313 24G.Isaac961

25L.Image712 29J.Irish950 29L.Innes906 32H.IbbotsonRAF594

08A.Jensen769 15J.Jones907 15W.Jones936 19J.Jerome163 20R.Jackson426Q

20H.R.Jones505 24A.Jacobs376 24W.E.Jory901 24G.Johnson961 24F.JamesRAF311A

24F.Joynson961 26E.JeromeRAF228 26A.E.JacksonRAF598 26J.Jones883 26A.Jones883

26A.J.Jackson208 27G.JonesRAF836W 27D.Jonasson829D 28F.JacksonRAF915 28J.JonesRAF915

28G.Jessiman928 28F.JacksonRAF915 29J.JollyRAF352 29K.JacksonRAF124 29B.Jones883

31B.G.Jose602 31E.O.Johnson837H 31G.Jackson572R 31N.Jermey589 31R.JonesRAF837H

32J.M.Johnston516 32D.Johnson688 33T.Jenkins123 33D.James282K 34E.Jolly175Q

34D.T.JonesRAF114 34B.Jones648 34C.JonesRAF141 34D.Jackson178R 34R.Jennings257Z

34S.Jenkins971Y

08J.N.Kerry710 15H.Knobovitch603 19V.Knox189 19J.KellyRAF457 19R.Kemp910R

20R.Knight713 20J.KirbyRAF184 20E.Kaechele190 20J.Kastner959

24J.W.Kellie157 24R.Kay376 24A.Keeping131 25P.KinnearRAF672

26J.Kirkpatrick799 26J.Knoke204 26R.M.Kipfer206 27P.Koleda165 28G.KensallRAF929

27T.A.Kelly985 28J.KirbyRAF968 28D.KennedyRAF211 29L.Kirton295 29G.King361

31C.Karrel833 32H.Kennedy591 32S.Kuleski506 34R.Kelso173 31R.Kee905D

34P.A.Kingston792N 34S.K.Kaiser297Z 34C.Kyle173 34J.Kelly436 29S.Kelso374

08W.Lay804 08R.W.LowreyRAF613 08H.Lancaster216 08G.B.Latimer716

08F.T.Leithead209 15D.Lorenz185 15S.Lowe907 15T.Lewis922 19T.Lowe912F

15D.Lorenz185 19M.Ludlow257 19D.Lloyd163 19D .LucasRAF376

19V.Lunney912F 19G.Lemerick119O 19S.LaytonRAF910R 19D.Laidlaw910R

19M.Leboldus114V 19D.Lewthwaite114V 19D.J.MacDonald239 19G.L.McLaughlin239

20D.B.Lorenz687 20CLinesRAF476 20R.Leonard692 24J.R.Lee901

20E.LeeRAF426Q ` 24S.LucasRAF311A

24J.Laird780 24H.J.Loughram901 24L.R.Loving896 24G.Laut346

25A.Lowe454 25J.Lynch454 25J.Legault633 25J.Lesperance860

25C.Lesense418 25J.Larrarre860 25J.W.Lefebovre798 25E.E.Laporte810

25J.J.Levasseur810 25J.A.Laing810 25T.E.Lee594 26JLow210

26J.Linstead228 26J.Larson799 26J.LangtonRAF709 26T.LockRAF202

26M.R.Lowick208 26R.A.Lamb206 26E.T.Longley206 27F.H.Lang995

27H.Legary757 27S.Levesque363 27O.Linton558A 27R.Laut836W

28A.LucasRAF270 28J.LunnRAF212 28H.ListerRAAF271 28M.Lindsay966V

28T.Lifman211 29A.Leroux996V 29J.Leitch989 29G.Lindensmith950

29LockheadRAF361 31P.LowryRAF640Q 31A.Laturmus629 31J.Lockett

31R.Leman589 31N.Lynch514 31R.Lockhead514 31S.Lough

32F.W.Layton582M 32H.Lewis702 32D.Laird584 33J.Levesque282K

32D.Lawton689 32J.Leblanc719 32J.Labelle719 33R.Longley123

33G.LilleyRAF899 33W.L.Long879 34R.Learn173 34F.Lord648

34O.Lytle917 34P.Legge293 34G.Larson596 34J.Lees908

34M.Laderoute920C 34J.C.Lummis297Z 34J.Leach917 34H.LindsayRAF917

34S.Linnell740V 34T.Lee699 34C.Lee716 34J.Leduc649X

08C.F.McDougall716 08D.MilburnRAF710 08N.McKillop710

08D.Miller776 08R.McManus718 08D.G.McKay769 08T.Mellish922

08J.Marchant804 15M.R.Morton583 15D.Morrison595 15A.MacIverRAF595

15L.McElroy595 15L.Mawson456 19T.Mellish922 19J.Morris457

19W.Maher457 19R.McNally457 19S.Mills457 19W.Miller376

19W.MorganRAF376 19D.McCarty798 19A.Maclaren257 19W.deMoliton257

19D.MacPHersonRAAF158 19P.McSween159 19H.Morris163 19D.McDonald910R

19D.MacLeod114V 19A.Miller910R 19E.Milner119O 19

20W.Murphy503 20E.Monk713 20J.Mohler502 20J.H.McGladeRAF505

20F.Moffat687 20R.McDonald946 20G.Montgomery946 20L.Murphy946

20F.Morrison476 24B.McEarrity896 24O.Mayor318 24T.R.Millman314

24W.E.MarshallRAF314 24D.More970 24J.Morrison169 24B.Mcharrity896

24A.F.May169 24B.McGarraughRAF896 24J.C.Morgan814 24P.Maloney962

25J.R.Malette810 25V.McAllister815 25J.Morin815 25W.Murray641

25D.R.McEvoy715Q 25A.Minguet173 26F.M.McQueen879 26W.J.Murrell200

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26B.S.Mcarthy793H 26R.E.Mallalue206 26V.A.McPhee197 26I.T.Myron200

26J.MacDougall210 26F.Myers793H 26W.R.May793H 26H.Mcleod228

26W.Miller228 26V.Mudford598 26J.E.McIntyre682 26I.McRobie510

26C.Mullin709 26J.MacLean709 26A.McLeod771 26C.G.Merritt202

27A.Martin139(W/C) 27J.MacGowanRAF191 27S.Mydaski558A 27A.Mildon279Z

27J.McKenzie829 27E.L.MacKeigan176 27J.Murray821 27J.A.Murphy165

27C.Moss166 27J.MacFaddenRAF985 27J.McRobb757 27A.MacKay363

27O.McIntyre243 28C.Males228 28A.Morris207 28D.Mercer270

28W.MussenRAF215 28J.McEwen950T 28M.Murphy211 28N.Mitchell211

28E.Marks211 28J.Morrison915 28F.Manners968 28W.McKee968

28E.MacMurchy968 28D.Mathews968 28F.McGugan199 29J.MacEachern347

29G.McCann415 29L.Morris989 29O.Morrison662Q 29C.Murray993J

29P.McIntyre974Z 29A.MacKenzie647D 29W.K.McGregor127S 29F.A.McNiffe127S

29J.Mitchell352 29D.McKenzie352 29J.MacDonald352 29A.Murphy137

29H.Morrison602 29W.Mullin602 29D.Murray132 29AMackie347

29N.Muir906 29P.Mitchell906 29L.Moore906 31C.McGillivary640Q

31R.F.Mead884 31P.MacGregor514 31W.G.Mann434 31S.Mara434

31J.MacPhersonRAF629 31F.MitchellRAF 31G.Miles859 31A.Mills597

31R.Miller845 31K.Miller845 31C.McBrien845 31W.McDonald845

31M.MacFarlane589 31D.Miller833 31K.Murray833 31H.MacAllister372

31G.Massicotte629 31D.McPherson629 31J.McPhersonRAF629 31H.A.Morrison602U

31D.McKerry905D 31W.E.Mullin602U 31J.McCarthyRAF639E 32J.G.Maguire451 32B.Murdock584Y

31J.McIverRAF181Q 31G.MoodyRAF181Q 31R.Mclean181Q 32E.S.Maguire451 32J.Musser591

32R.McEwan591 32H.Menzies811 32T.McClayRAF811 32J.McElheran601

32A.Mellor601 32K.L.Moss688 32G.B.Martin688 32H.McLeod719

32D.MacCarthy719 32H.F.Morrow516 32W.Matthews506 33L.Mallory807

32R.Martin583 32P.MellorRAF583 32C.MossRAF723 32S.Martin723

32C.W.McMillan451 32E.J.McClarty451 32C.S.Moir451 32A.A.McDonald455

32W.C.Mendehall455 33J.MarlerRAF123 33J.Morgen808 33D.MacDougall990

33J.W.Moffat808 33A.McGraw129 33R.McClellan289T 33R.MegsineyRAF289T

33J.MurphyRAF230P 33R.McKay230P 33R.McMehen283R 34W.M.McQueen792N

34A.Morgan293 34J.R.Morgan135 34W.McPherson971 34J.R.Morgan135R

34W.Maxwell916P 34V.McKeown916P 34W.Martin916P 34A.R.Moorby297Z

34N.E.Moore297Z 34C.Murray255V 34R.McGregor255V 34D.F.McAllister792N

34R.Murphy114 34S.Martin144 34L.McEachern596 34E.MoodyRAF919

34J.Montieth917 34G.Mould179K 34J.McKenna179K 34W.Marshall686

34E.McCaffrey141 34R.Millen663 34W.MorpethRAF217A

15V.E.Nelson583 15J.NielsonRAF922 19J.Newborn158 19P.NewberryRAF327B 20D.Norton505

20N.NovakRAF645 20E.Northern476 20D.Newman946 20D.Nielson946

25J.Noonan712 26R.F.NewberryRAF800 26R.Niles879 26G.NeedhamRAF819B

27N.G.Nahu365 27R.Nelson757 27R.Nickerson139 29P.Nazar352

29E.NewtonRAF825 29J.Nault996 32M.Neilson475 34J.H.Nowlan684

34C.H.NearyRAF684 34H.NeweyRAF254D

15A.B.Orchard603 20W.Oakes184 27R.O’Heare279Z 27D.Olovik829D

24L.O’Brien970 31T.Oldroyd 31J.Ouimet884 31C.O’Donnell372

31V.P.O’Bright837H 32D.O’Brien584Y 32K.OdobasRAF723 32G.Orser475

33T.Owen816 33J.Oliver230P 34B.O’Hara648 34J.OlliffeRAF649

34W.OliverRAF257Z

08J.Paxton472 15A.Paul907 15P.Pokryfka936 15C.Prowdgik

15G.Peden922 15A.Prosofsky595 19D.PetherRAF457 20G.Pritchard687

19S.PekinRAAF458 19H.PriceRAF458 19L.Power163 19G.Parker163

20E.ProudRAF 24J.Power997 24G.PoundRAF318 24S.L.Peters959

24J.Patterson961 25P.Poulos641 25R.Patterson712 25C.Pidcock

25E.Potts253 25J.Patry172 25J.Piche860 25J.Pelletier845

25L.Parent815 25J.Patry172 26E.E.Park598 26C.S.Phillips682

26D.R.Parker598 26K.Parker228 26R.C.Parker598 26I.Pelechaty197

27K.Patience831 27I.PughRAF243 27W.W.Proudfoot165 27R.Pearson135

27E.PottsRAF253 27E.J.Pawlitza165 27G.Parson135 27F.Plecan757

28T.Pritchard257 29W.Phillips132 29D.Pole906 29R.Porter966

29H.Prince996 29R.Piercy452 31A.M.Park434 31D.H.Proudfoot434

31S.Preston629 31E.Parker858 31J.ProsserRAF833 31J.Priano514

32E.F.Patzer455 32W.Parkinson594 33J.Pitman807 34F.Piper258

33R.Porter966 33G.Pharis879 34H.Patterson437 34L.Patrick894

34G.Perkins436 34W.PearceyRAF 34O.Parsons920 34C.Popplewell634

34R.Pedlar917 34G.Perkins436 24S.J.Queen169

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08R.Rolph 08A.Rutter796 15W.H.Reginbal583 15R.Rose583

15H.Rabkin583 15G.Renaud595 15G.Reason595 15W.Robertson595

15J.Rinder476 15E.Rhind476 15L.Russel936 15G.Rude922

19J.Rainville971 19C.RolphRAF971 20J.Robinson502 20A.Roski687

20G.A.Running896 20A.Redmonds503 20D.Ross946 24M.RumeRAF157

24J.Renning780 24V.L.Riley901 25G.Roy845 25H.Romuld

25R.A.Reed594 26H.E.Reynolds778 26S.Rundle768 26J.Ross820

26T.A.Rogers198 26F.Roache682 26J.RidleyRAF208 26N.RobinsonRAF206

26R.RobertsRAF820 26G.Ryan197 27B.RoachRAF831 27J.RudgeRAF365

27J.Ringer363 28N.Reed271 28C.Renwick207 28F.Rogers274

28T.RoseRAF212 29T.Rawlinson137

29C.Ross295 29M.Rabovsky295 29J.Roy136 31L.RobinRAF

31H.Robinson629 32B.Richmond506 32H.Rodgers811 32D.Ringrose475

33J.RathboneRAF966 33R.Robinson816 33C.RamsdellUSAAF966 33W.Ritchie129

34J.Rousseau919 34T.RobertsRAF293

08A.J.Sutton898 08D.M.Smith711 08C.T.Storey710 08W.Sutton744

08E.SykesRAF776 08R.W.Smith710 08A.Scheelar209 08J.Stanely796

08D.Skingle 08A.O.Smuk769 08J.Street472 08D.E.Sherman711

08R.B.Smith711 08D.M.Sanderson711 08F.Shanty804 15S.O.SpenceRAF603

15A.G.Stein595 15L.Spry185 15J.Suttak922 19D.See257

15M.Strosberg456 19J.Sobin798 19J.Symons376 20W.Stainton502

19J.Sadeski798 19W.ScottRAF257 19C.Smyth257 19P.SparkeRAF274

20R.Sollie190 20R.Smith190 20J.Sutherland713 20D.W.Sammon505

20C.P.Surles687 20C.Soules 24L.T.Sykes970 24J.SwarbrickRAF314

24B.V.Starrup314 24A.G.Sinclair970 24N.A.Smith901 24D.C.Stevenson959

24C.B.Sutton959 25J.Seguin845 25L.G.StampRAF594 25J.J.Savoie379

25F.StokesRAF757 26G.Shannon879 26R.B.Scott199 26J.SmithUSAAF598

26K.L.Schmidt598 26J.W.Summerhayes682 26A.Sootheran598 26J.A.Spearin208

26J.SullivanRAF197 26J.H.Short939 26D.J.Stevens778 26W.SymesRAF210

26R.Stillinger799 26J.T.Short789 27N.D.Stephenson831 27B.C.Scobie365

27A.G.Smith365 27W.Steel166 27F.StokesRAF757 28V.Sylvester212

28F.Sharpe271 28V.Stewart271 28W.SmithRAF270 28J.SatchellRAF215

28E.Springett215 28A.StuartRAF215 28M.Sherback968 28D.Stone968

28A.ShawRAF 28J.Sheridan211 28M.SpencerRAF274 28E.Smith212

29J.Swordy989 29W.Straud996 29R.Scott347 29M.Sanderson996

29W.Scott989 29A.SmithRAF352 29W.Stewart124 29J.Santo950

29L.Symes132 31G.Sidebottom859 31D.SnellRAF372 31D.ShentonRAF

31J.Smith859 31R.StoneRAF845 31W.Sorel589 31W.H.Sanders434

32P.SteersRAF601 32J.LShanks516 32T.Scott689 32D.Spellar723

33G.StonhamRAF816 33J.G.Savard899 33G.Scott863 33J.C.Sprott863

33C.R.Stewart808 33R.Shiells807 33H.Seedhouse291 34J.Swan293

34F.Sawyer437 34J.Sherrill596 34W.Sterling 34O.Stamtis

34C.Soderstrom 26W.Scott 34J.deSieyes648 34D.Sinclair648

34R.Smith919 34B.SoudderRAF259

08J.Taylor796 08A.Thorpe769 08A.Taylor769 15L.Trowsdale936

15R.Teevin185 19D.Thornton158 20F.Tilt505 20G.S.Tanuck505

20D.Trickett713 24J.Tinline962 24W.H.Tomlinson169 24Z.Trudeau962

25J.O.Tetrault810 25A.F.Taillon672 26W.Togwell793 26T.W.Taylor682

26J.Tabor879 26L.A.Tarpley202 26J.Tuplin820 26 Teskey820

27M.TaylorRAF165 27L.B.Thistle995 27J.Troman243 31W.TeapeRAF602

32F.Todd738 33J.A.Tolmie863 33J.Tazuk129 34F.Tandy293

26J.Tabor879 34T.Turner 34G.Todkill919

20J.Unger645 27V.R.Unruh985

15V.L.Valde603 15L.Veitch185 20N.Venber476 20J.Vanderbergh471

24P.N.VanAlstyne970 24R.G.Viau169 24W.Vornbrock780

24G.VernonRAF376 25V.Vincent712 25H.Vanderveen712 25W.Vance712

26J.vanMaarion883 26R.R.Vatcher208 27G.F.Vinett365 29F.VanDroogenbroeck362

29G.Vipond415 29P.VoseRAF989 29S.Vasiloff825 33J.C.Valk863

34M.Vitch919

08J.Weis 08J.Wolfe 08R.WestropeRAF716 08D.Woodworth744

08R.W.Williams776 08H.R.Wood776 08C.N.White776 08W.W.Wagner711

08J.WilsonRAF711 08J.Walker769 15M.Washook 19A.WilligRAF971

19G.Walter158 20C.WheelhouseRAF692 20D.WoolleyRAF502 20E.Webb503

20E.Walton713 20G.WalkerRAF471 20D.Watterson503 20A.WarrenRAF692

20H.Wilson692 24L.WaltersRAF780 24G.A.Wilson157 24N.A.Wilson157

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24H.K.Wilson157 24W.Wakely313 24C.WilsonRAF970 25L.WhiteUSAAF798

\25I.WelchRAF633 25N.V.WardRAF810 25G.Ware815 25F.Watson712

25W.W.Watson672 25B.Welsh641 26J.Weedon771 26J.Williams676

26H.Watts793 26E.WhiteRAF510 26A.A.Willis206 26W.B.Wright206

26J.A.Wilding681 26J.WilsonRAF739 27F.Webb253 27D.G.Willson985

27G.Wyse363 27F.Weld253 27H.Wright757 27T.WhitesideRAF365

27B.Westerberg242 28S.Williams274 28C.Wright257

28W.Weeks228 28S.WhitbyRAF207 28G.WhitleyRAF270 28T.WilsonRAF215

29R.Webster415 29K.Whitehouse347 29R.Walsham950 29W.Wright950

29J.WalkerRAF825 29J.Wemyso906 29D.Wallbank966 31L.Webley884

31W.Wilson521 31J.Williams 31W.Windsor859 32M.Wiwsianski506

32S.Wright687 32J.Woodward692 32F.Wittmack688 29D.WoodRAF966

33D.Wallbank966 33D.Wilson123 33W.Winder123 33D.WhitebreadRAF828

34W.Wood713 34J.Wallace437 34R.WhybroRAF437 34D.M.Ward920

32J.Williams591 34A.WarringtonRAF 34R.E.Warren684 34S.WalterRAF648

34R.Wallace648 34D.WalshawRAF255 34D.Z.Wood920

20J.F.Yates505 20W.Young476 24W.Yunsko376 24P.Yanai346

28A.YuillRAF207 29J.Young963 31A.Yarrington629 31W.A.Young572

33B.Yunker120 33R.F.YoungRAF808

15G.Zbura583 20J.Zavitz645 28R.Zdam271 34R.ZahlRAF634

POW’S

*Note that in the following list the first two digits indicate the squadron number

but the ‘4’ has been omitted -so, for example, ‘25’ indicates ‘425 Squadron. 08H.Sproule472 08A.Denis472 08J.Moran472 08C.B.Norton898

08D.Elkin209 08W.Baker209 08F.Winter209 08J.Huspeka718

08B.Patterson718 08S.Lasko718 08V.Mousseau472 08V.Hunt472

08C.L.Horn898 08 Scythes898 08 Roman773 08 Brewer773

08 Davis773

15S.McFadden476 15W.Mitchell204 15R.Barteau204 15J.Gendron204

15W.Gill204 15W.Mosey204 15F.Mudry204 15R.Loveridge204

15A.Ridley204 15J.BurtonRAF476 15N.Connor476 15F.Graves476

15R.Harvey595 15G.Roberts186 15N.Tonello186 15A.McDiarmid186

15W.GaleRAF186 15W.Mracek186 15A.Hibben186 15F.Adams186

15C.A.Seely608 15W.Gale186 19A.QuaileRAF240 19E.Bowden240

19L.Aspinall240 19B.Kenyon240 19J.ThompsonRAF189 19P.Murphy189

19A.Simpson158 19R.O.Wilkiston158 19 Graham158 19G.E.Aithen158

19J.D.Arseneau158 19A.S.Simpson158 19L.Lucas327 19J.Pluta327

19G.Herriot327 19J.Hairsine327 19J.Sibalis798 19A.FarrowRAF798

19J.Mahoney798

20J.Bourcier692 20R.Anderson692 20G.Tanner503 20B.Cassidy503

20E.Smith645 20J.Wintermute645 20C.BattRAF645 20D.Palmer471

20J.Warren471 20G.Noble471 20R.Landers471 24R.Brown962

24C.Phyall962 24F.Morrisey780 24V.Poppa313 24E.Rodgers959

24G.Coleman318 24H.May318 24R.Smyth997 24C.Kerr997

24W.McAlpine997 24P.Hamilton121 24C.Browne910 24H.Weller910

24G.Johnston910 24H.Branch910 24M.Harding802 24A.Harvey802

24G.Roy802 24G.Bumstead802 24 McIlhagga802 24H.Grulkey802

24C.Cornelius121 24G.Compton121 24K.Sweatman313 24W.Mylchreest

24W.Lighthall346 24J.Burns997 24W.CousinsRAF121 24J.Marsh879

25G.Tremblay173 25E.Kirk715 25N.Crowchee391 25T.Munro391

25R.England391 25G.Servis391 25H.McClure391 25W.Mcdougall390

25N.Redman390 25R.Quinlan417 25J.Brine417 25S.G.Gibson390

25J.Davidson633 25J.Desrosier633 25J.L’Albe591 25T.Gravel591

25H.Girard591 25J.RailtonRAF573 25H.Mooney573 25C.Maddin573

25W.Walker573 25S.Hunt573 25J.Wells573 25J.Parent173

25G.Langevin173 25L.Lamontagne173 25J.Pare674 25J.Bazinet674

25C.Williamson674 25J.Arsenault672 25J.Seguin178 25J.ChantRAF798

25J.Aubry798 25J.Cote860 25R.Cantin860 25J.Lesperance860

25E.Faulkner860 25J.Caushy860 25H.Facey715 25J.Galipeau

25J.Beluse798 25J.McConnell798 25R.McGowan810 25P.Hamilton121

25W.CousinsRAF121 25C.Cornelius121 25C.Pallett121 25G.Compton121

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26W.Ames739 26A.Livingstone739 26 Scott789 26J.BromleyRAF768

26D.Bird768 26H.Dales768 26F.Carling-Kellyy768

26J.Mack739 26W.Denison799 26G.Fewtrell202 26G.W.Boddington199

26R.Hollingrake775 26A.Goheen775 26R.Bick775 26C.Congreave598

26J.Black883 26G.Bedford510 26M.Bzowy510 26S.W.Gerard198

26R.Y.Hodgson199 26R.Mitchell199 26J.J.Lawlor199 26H.M.Masley800

26O.Cook 26R.E.Jones775 26P.G.Chapman204 26T.L.Layman209

26G.W.Law209 26J.P.Mahoney209 26P.G.Chipman204 26H.T.Campbell209

26W.C.Downey209 26P.Logan683 26J.DockertyRAF683 26J.Willis683

26D.Younger775 26E.Hyde775 26J.Heron202 26M.Thompson202

26N.Jennings775 27C.Ford 27W.Solkowicz142 27H.Athin166

27L.PrestoRAF551 27W.Wright551 27C.Carson551 27P.ClareRAF551

27G.Dowker551 27T.MuncasterRAF551 27W.Miller279 27E.Sawyer279

27P.Benson559 27D.Buckler559 27B.WalkerRAF559 27J.Milton559

27M.GreenRAF559 27R.Lagenquist559 27J.Newan559 27J.Kitely627

27W.WilkinsonRAF627 27A.St Pierre627 27G.Little627 27JU.Cormier627

27A.Barnes627 27R.Lacerte627 27 Lahman176 27L.Symington558

27G.Brown166 27J.Finney166 27S.Vallieres 27A.King938

27H.MorganRAF938 27W.Wilson938 27R.Mowbray938 27W.Mosely-Williams

27E.Carter-Edwards 27E.Beaton135 28D.Morgan257 28W.Ross209

28H.Davis271 28G.Annand271 28R.AlexanderRAF271 28D.GriffinRAF215

28E.Bell913 28D.Smith913 28H.Dereniuk913 28R.Malins913

28J.WalkerRAF956 28D.Knight956 28H.Sheppard956 28S.Stevens956

28W.Higgens915 28M.Walley915 29R.Low802 29A.KemptonUSAAF802

29W.Miller802 29H.Findlater963 29R.Chamberlain963 29 Meech662

29S.Mingle662 29L.Martin662 29V.Barton662 29W.Ostlund994

29W.K.McGregor127 29J.J.Burnett127 29G.Gardiner127 29E.Wainwright690

29J.Brunet 29F.McNiffe 29H.Lapointe352 29R.Rudd124

29L.Shelter124 29H.Dawson124 29G.Gaunt137 29W.BushRAF137

29A.Shierlaw137 29L.O’Leary 29J.Banning 31H.Lee521

31W.MacStocker521 31H.Walker521 31G.Bull521 31J.KennedyRAF

31T.Masdin 31G.Hattey 31L.EllisRAF629 31M.Johnstone

31J.FaredayRAF 31J.Burns 31C.Bell 31L.Stanley

31M.Steeves 31R.Oates 31T.Grand597 31C.EastwoodRAF597

31F.Brown597 31E.Gill597 31R.HaillRAF597 31G.Cuffe859

31 Carter514 31R.Garrity837 31J.Maher963 31A.Harvey905

31T.BoydRAF963 31M.Davis963 31D.Lockyer963

31F.Longstaff 31S.Redmond833 32M.Harrington801 32H.Graham801

32R.Diamond801 32K.Hutchinson801 32W.Nicolson801 32W.Stohlberg801

32C.Sharpe801 32K.McCartney583 32W.Cantlon583 32A.Raetzen594

32M.O’Leary594 32R.Hall811 32W.RowanRAF811 32E.Watson

32C.Hoffman 32J.CakebreadRAF616 32L.Lauzon616 32G.Wallis616

32L.Oliver616 32J.Beattie616 32J.Ludwig601 32V.Herrick516

32J.A.Slimmon516 32S.Wright 32K.Elliott 32R.Gelfand516

32G.F.McElroy516 32P.Woolfenden591 32J.H.Cooper 32 Ellis688

32P.A.Longstaff572 32F.Storen779 32A.McNeill779 32W.Studnik584

33 Laframboise840 33J.Plante840 33T.Miller840 33J.Guignion840

33D.Bowerman840 33P.Schnobb291 33A.Morris291 33A.Camenzubi291

33R.Mountford992 33S.ChambersRAF353 33G.Valentine129 33J.Lee129

33H.English129 33G.Wolstencroft353 33W.Martineau816 33R.James816

33J.Robertson816 33J.Christie992 33J.BellRAF992 33R.Madill992

33H.Langlands992 33I.Jervis992 33E.Munro992 33T.MorrisRAF990

33S.Sinclair282 33G.Sharpe282 33A.Stinson282 33L.Wray282(G/C)

33R.GreenRAF282 33E.PearceRAF282

34R.Halfnight114 34R.EarlRAF634 34I.Lockhart259 34R.StewartUSAAF259

34G.Hastings259 34L.Gobel114 34C.Hovey259 34C.Kirk634

34D.Crawford173 34T.ElyRAF713 34R.BuckmanRAF713 34M.Laffin

34J.Martin 34G.Chapman 34K.Donaldson 34F.Haldenby

34E.Downing 34J.Dougherty 34R.Chalk175 34K.Lowe175

34D.McIntyre175 34R.GiblettRAF175 34F.Wilson175 34I.Wall175

34J.Wagman786

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but the ‘4’ has been omitted -so, for example, ‘25’ indicates ‘425 Squadron. 19L.Martin240 19G.Graham240 19T.BrightRAF240 19H.Smith240

19P.Lindsay189 19W.GreeneRAF189 24E.Mallett313 24W.Elliott313

24M.MuirRAF313 24R.McCubbin121 24D.McCormick121

24K.Sweatman313 24H.BroewnRAF910 24V.McCreight910 24M.Lindsay910

25E.Powell390 25W.JohnstoneRAF390

25A.Cormier798 25R.Brown798 25D.McCormicks121 25R.McCubbin121

25E.Kirk 25F.Hogan 25J.Furneaux 25O.Collins

25A.Best691 25W.Whalen591 25J.Michaud591 25P.Draper573

26O.Cook800 26C.A.Potage800 26W.BerryRAF883 26R.Doubt883

26J.vanMaarion883 26A.Hammond510 26C.McLeod510 26M.BenroseRAF510

26D.Murray510 26H.Birnie683 26G.D’Arcy683 26D.Jamieson683

26R.Kennedy683 26S.Gerard198 26K.Beeley198 26W.Lastuk198

26R.Wilkie198 26D.MacInnis198 26K.Swan198 27D.Foster

27T.Farr 27N.Donnan 27G.Waddell 27Wilson html 995

27G.PhilliskirkRAF 27W.Pookay938 27K.Bulow135 27K.Patrick995

27J.Fulton995 27J.Bester166 27J.Siddall166 27W.Crowe968

27J.MacLeod968 27H.CarpenterRAF968 27M.Purvis968 27M.Beach968

28D.MacGillivary956 28N.Michie956 28S.MunroRAF956

28J.DanskinRAF285 28N.Bell285 28W.Watt285 28C.GrahamRAF285

28T.Jerry285 28J.HoustonRAF285 28C.Heyworth913 28E.Mason913

28J.Nelmes913 28J.Forman913 29W.Morton690 29J.MacDonald690

29S.Leslie415 29A.Capuston 29J.MartinRAF690

29E.McGregor 31K.Schubert521 31A.Casey521 31R.Carter

31R.Garrity 32L.Panzer583 32D.D’Andrea583 32H.Oakley

32G.Hand594 32A.Zacharuk 32R.Haxton594 32J.Gouinlock811

32D.Rutherford811 32W.Vickerman 32W.DobsonRAF 32L.O’Grady

32H.Beauchesne 32H.Hodder616 32C.Christoff616 32R.IrwinRAF601

33A.Hutchinson353 33W.Dennstedt840 33D.Maclean353 33H.Perganter353

34R.Lang436 34G.Donovan436 34A.Boyle436 34D.Robetson713

34HJ.Dougherty433 34E.Downey433

34G.Ovenden713 34J.Persche713 34G.Nordin713

34T.Inverarity 34E.DruettRAF 34C.Wentworth801

Crash Survivors

*Note that in the following list the first two digits indicate the squadron number

but the ‘4’ has been omitted -so, for example, ‘25’ indicates ‘425 Squadron. 19D.Curry468 19L.Ringuette468 19G.Peck468 19L.BrooksRAF468

19A.Paton468 19E.McRorie468 19A.Winch468

20W.Irwin509 20J.Patterson509 20R.McManus509 20A.Williams509 20F.HarveyRAF396

20B.MorganRAF509 20S.Young509 20N.Salkovitch509 20S.Fletcher396 20H.Damgaard396

20A.Taylor396 20G.Masur396 24D.Crosbie347 24C.PhyallRAF347 24P.Moloney347

24J.Tinline347 24Z.Trudeau347 24R.Brown347 24L.Boudreau347 25M.Lavoie683

26G.R.Shannon879 26L.G.Hill879 26W.D.Carson879 26H.Doggett879

26R.E.Niles879 26F.E.McQueen879 26J.F.Tabor879 26N.Craig598

27J.Bell291 27T.Holden291 27A.Cairns291 27V.Gerald291

27N.Salmon291 27H.McInnes291 27D.Haen291 27L.TrowsdaleRAF960

27G.Murray960 27R.Stevens960 27H.Nungiato960 27W.Steel960

27A.DennisRAF960 27V.Bogle960 27C.Coathup 27C.Burgess883

27R.CallowayRAF883 27D.Ferguson883 27J.Karloff883 27I.McCubbrey883

27K.Tobin883 27F.O’Callaghan883 28L.Fournier950 28F.Storen950

28C.KirthandRAF950 28L.Oshowy950

29G.SteereRAF 29J.Mangione 29G.Ritchie 29E.Baker334

29W.KillnerRAF333 29A.GordonRAF333 29H.GordonRAF333 29D.SinclairRAF333

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29R.KingRAF333 29A.BryantRAF333 31G.WebberRAF150

31O.GilmoreRAF918 31J.King918 31J.Gustafson918 31J.BeechRAF918

31J.Lemoureux918 31J.BlackRAF918 31P.PymRAF918 31A.BarnesRAF918

33J.Mitchell281 33G.LumsdenRAF281 33L.Shedden281 33R.Wilson281

33S.McDougall281 33J.McDonough281

34J.Wagman786 34V.CameronRAF786 34W.Odegaard786 34H.McMillan786

34H.Haufman786 34D.Burke786 34J.Archibald786 34M.BushRAF908

34R.Thompson908 34B.Warr908 34M.Stiles908 34P.Melneczuk908

34W.BowyerRAF908 w

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