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warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (8/29/2021 1:27:05 AM)
CIRCUS 88 139 Sqn (Manston – Blenheim IV) 29.8.41 The aircraft took off on operation from R.A.F. Station, MANSTON on a circus operation, the target being HAZEBROUCK. Rendezvous with fighter escort was made at NYE and aircraft then proceeded to target. Three miles south of HARDELOT however, intense flak was encountered and the leading aircraft (W/CDR HALLIDAY & CREW) was hit and 3 x 250 lbs. NS 2 X 40 lb. bombs were self jettisoned. On seeing the leader’s bombs, the remaining aircraft thinking an alternative target was being attacked also released their bombs. The formation then flew on to the primary target when the leading aircraft dropped its remaining bomb. No results were observed owing to ground haze. Four aircraft were hit by heavy flak, but all returned safely to base. Base Changes 1 Sqn SAAF (Hurricane IIB) moved to Sidi Barrani 94 Sqn (Hurricane I) moved to El Ballah First and Last Operational Missions 111 Sqn (North Weald) flew its first OM in the Spitfire VVB 504 Sqn (Ballyhalbern) flew its first OM in the Hurricane IIB 455 Sqn RAAF (Swinderby – Hampden I) flew its first OM of the war

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (8/30/2021 1:35:26 AM)
Resistance Operations 30.8.41 The first flights by Bomber Command in support of Resistance groups in the German-occupied countries were carried out this night by an unknown number and type of aircraft from the newly formed 138 Squadron based at Newmarket. The unit was joined in this work by 161 Squadron in February 1942. Both Squadrons belonged to 3 Group and a permanent base was established for them at Tempsford. Base Changes 6 Sqn (Lysander I) moved to Wadi Halfa 204 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Gambia First and Last Operational Missions 59 Sqn (Thorney Island) flew its last OM in the Blenheim IV 69 Sqn (Luqa) flew its first OM in the Blenheim IV 113 Sqn (Maaten Bagush) flew its last OM in the Blenheim I

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (8/31/2021 1:33:10 AM)
99 Sqn (Waterbeach – Wellington IC) 31.8.41 Ten aircraft took off to attack targets at Cologne and one freshman to attack Boulogne. Five aircraft dropped their bombs in what was thought to be the target area. Owing to 8/10 to 10/10 cloud it was impossible to locate the actual target but several bomb flashes were seen through the clouds. Another aircraft attacked a small town believed to be Eusterkirchent the primary not attempted owing to engine trouble. Three aircraft brought their bombs home. The Freshman returned to the vicinity of Waterbeach but was diverted with another of our aircraft (Sgt. Russell) to Mildenhall. As P/O Eccles was making his second attempt to land he was attacked by a Junkers 88 while only 150 feet from the ground all the crew with the exception of the rear gunner being killed. It is thought that the enemy aircraft may have followed ours from the neighbourhood of Waterbeach or Oakington. ADDENDUM – Halifax R1411 was shot down by Fw. Alfons Köster (10th victory) of 3/NJG2. Base Changes 122 Sqn (Spitfire I) moved to Catterick 152 Sqn (Spitfire IIA) moved to Swanton Morley First and Last Operational Missions 111 Sqn (North Weald) flew its last OM in the Spitfire IIA 129 Sqn (Westhampnett – Spitfire VB) flew its first OM of the war 249 Sqn (Takali) flew its last OM in the Hurricane I 406 Sqn RCAF (Acklington) flew its first OM in the Beaufighter IIF 412 Sqn RCAF (Digby – Spitfire IIA) flew its first OM of the war 602 Sqn (Kensington) flew its last OM in the Spitfire IIA

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/1/2021 1:38:54 AM)
118 Sqn (Ibsley – Spitfire IIB) 1.9.41 1610 - With one section of 501 Squadron sighted an enemy convoy consisting of 5 ships, 8 miles off P. de Barfleur. 1810 – Together with 501 Squadron went over to search for convoy previously reported. Convoy sighted N.E. of Cherbourgh moving slowly westward consisting of 5000 tons cargo vessel, two destroyers and two flak ships. The cargo vessel and two flak ships were attacked and damaged considerable flak experienced. P/O. ANDERSON was shot down into the sea and P/O. MACKENZIE’S and S/LDR HOWELL’S aircraft were hit by flak but returned safely. Base Changes 33 Sqn (Hurricane I) moved to Sidi Haneish 73 Sqn (Hurricane I) moved to Amriya 245 Sqn (Hurricane IIB) moved to Chilbolton First and Last Operational Missions 59 Sqn (Thorney Island) flew its first OM’s in the Hudson III, V and VI 71 Sqn (North Weald) flew its first OM in the Spitfire VB 249 Sqn (Takali) flew its first OM in the Hurricane IIB 315 Sqn (Northolt) flew its last OM in the Spitfire IIA and first OM in the Spitfire VB 607 Sqn (Martlesham Heath) flew its first OM in the Hurricane IIB

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/3/2021 2:20:32 AM)
58 Sqn (Linton-on-Ouse – Whitley V) 3.9.41 8 aircraft were detailed to attack the PRINZ EUGEN. Owing to weather conditions all these aircraft were recalled at 20.30 hours and some were diverted. 3 landed at ACKLINGTON, 2 returned to LINTON, 1 landed at LEEMING, and one at ABINGDON. The remaining aircraft captained by P/O Law undershot the aerodrome at ACKLINTON and crashed. The Captain 87053 P/O Law, A.A., the 2nd pilot R.69644 Sgt. Trewin W.N., the Observer R.56104 Sgt. Ward R.L. and the Wire Op.A.G. 755404 Sgt Stagnall C.O. were all killed while the Rear Gunner 82973 P/O. Comber Higgs was slightly injured. ADDENDUM – P/O. Law had survived a traumatic three days drifting in the North Sea on return from operations 17-18 April 1941, while as recently as 7 August he survived a serious crash at LINTON. First and Last Operational Missions 612 Squadron (Wick) flew its first OM in the Whitley VII

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/6/2021 1:06:04 AM)
10 Sqn (Leeming – Whitley V) 6.9.41 Nine aircraft took off from Base for operations over Germany, two aircraft failed to return. Four aircraft bombed the primary target, P/O. Godfrey bombed a railway junction at HALTERN, Sgt. O’Brian bombed fires near the primary, heavy and accurate flak was encountered by all crews. ADDENDUM – Whitley V Z6478 ZA-S was shot down by Oblt. Ludwig Becker 4./NJG1 and crashed 2300 on an artillery range operated by the Wehrmacht near Oldebroek (Goderland), Holland. All our buried locally in the Genral Cemetary. Whitley V Z6942 was shot down by flak and the crew were POW Base Changes 73 Sqn (Hurricane) moved to Port Said

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/19/2021 1:06:44 AM)
72 Sqn (Biggin Hill – Spitfire VB) 1555 RHUBARB (P/O Bocock and Sgt Falkiner) The French coast was crossed midway between Berck-Sur-Mere and Le Touquet. North towards St. Etaples and Army lorry loaded with cables was ‘Shot up’ by Sgt Falkiner strikes were observed, coming out at the coast P/O Bocock ‘Shot up’ a Bofors Gun. Two of the gun crew were seen to fall. 2 aircraft landed at 1640 – 1730 hours. 1620 RHUBARB (F/Lt. D. Stewart-Clark and Sgt Merritt) 2. aircraft swept inland from Gravelines to Calais. When returning about midway between Calais and Dover Sgt. Merritt probably destroyed an Me.109E. F/Lt. D. Stewart-Clark did not return from this flight. 1 aircraft landed 1720 hours. First and Last Operational Missions 48 Sqn (Stornoway) flew its first OM in the Hudson V

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/20/2021 1:15:39 AM)
CIRCUS 100A – Hazebrouck marshalling yards 88 Sqn (Attlebridge – Blenheim IV) 3 aircraft attacked HAZEBROUCK Marshalling Yards with Fighters of 615 Squadron in circus operation. All bombs dropped on or near target and all aircraft returned safely. CIRCUS 100B – Abbeville marshalling yards 408 Sqn RCAF (Syereston – Hampden I) The formation rendezvoused over Rye 3 minutes before time and set course for the target. The route being Base – Rye – Target – Rye – Base. No opposition from flack or fighters was encountered on the whole journey by the formation and good results were obtained. The bombing run up was made on 135° N at 14,000 time 15.34. The bomb load was 6 – 1900 lb bombs five of which were seen to burst in the centre of the yards. Photographs taken do not show the bursts but bombs on their way down over the run. CIRCUS 100C – Rouen ship yards 82 Sqn (Bodney – Blenheim IV) Nine aircraft from this squadron together with three from No. 114 Squadron were detailed to carry out a “Circus” raid on the Ship Yards at Rouen. The three aircraft of No. 114 Squadron and three aircraft from this squadron turned back from the rendezvous. The other six aircraft successfully completed the raid. First and Last Operational Missions 120 Sqn (Nutts Corner – Liberator I) flew its first OM of the war 234 Sqn (Warmwell) flew its first OM in the Spitfire VB

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/21/2021 12:19:42 AM)
CIRCUS 101 – Power Station Gosnay 18 Sqn (Horsham St. Faith – Blenheim IV) 21.9.41 All aircraft attacked the target and dropped bombs. All bombs were seen to burst in the target area and the target was enveloped in thick black smoke, numerous heavy explosions were seen including 2 or 3 on the Eastern end of the machine shop and boiler house. Two Me 109’s approached the formation but did not attack. Slight heavy, fairly accurate flak was encountered but all a/c returned safely. Photographs later confirmed the direct hits. 139 Sqn (Oulton – Blenheim IV) Six aircraft set out with fighter escort to attack the above target. Target successfully bombed from 14,000 feet with 10 x 250 lbs. G.PN.D.T. and 9 x 250 lbs. G.P. Inst. and 20 x 25 lbs. Incends. 12 bursts observed in target area, blue & green flashes observed and two large fires started a few bombs over shot but flames were observed on impact. Very slight and accurate flak was encountered over the target and at several points en route heavy and accurate flak was encountered. No aircraft were hit. CIRCUS 102 Railway Repair Shop Lille 408 Sqn RCAF (Syerston – Hampden) The rendezvous with the fighter escort was made over Manston exactly on time. The weather over the South coast and occupied territory was exceptionally good. Flack of heavy calibre was encountered Bailleul and Armentieres. The target was identified and a run in on 117° was made, height 15,000 ft. Bomb load for five aircraft 1 – 1900lb on each and on AE 139 four 500 lbs G.P. Three of the 500 lbs overshot the target but one hit the track south east of the target. Three hits by 1900 lbs were seen on the target. One 1900 lb was dropped safe owing to the release gear being hit by flack. One 1900lb dropped off on bomb doors being opened but later was seen to have hit a large factory on the west of Lille. Very heavy intense accurate flack was encountered over Lille and continued past Bailleul resulting in all six aircraft being hit but the formation held together. One Me 109F attacked the formation but sheered off when the Hampdens opened fire. Base Changes 21 Sqn (Blenheim IV) moved to Watton 55 Sqn (Blenheim IV) moved to Fuka 123 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Castletown 237 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to LG.Y 331 Sqn (Hurricane IIB) moved to Skeabrae First and Last Operational Missions 6 Sqn (Wadi Halfa) flew its first OM in the Gladiator II 401 Sqn RCAF (Digby) flew its last OM in the Hurricane IIA

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/22/2021 2:19:50 AM)
500 Sqn (Bircham Newton – Blenheim IV) 09.35 – SHIPPING PATROL – M, S and X/500. Blenheim S/500 led formation and decided to descend below cloud level. M/500 lost rest of formation and patrolled alone. M was then attacked by 2 Bi-plane single engined float planes. The leading E/A delivered one long burst which hit rear gun turret, smashing perspex. Rear gunner replied with short burst and both guns went U/S. Blenheim M then took violent evasive action, weaving at sea level. A/C then set course for base and X/500 carried out patrol but nothing sighted. S/500 failed to return. Base Changes 253 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Hibaldstow First and Last Operational Missions 108 Sqn (Fayid) flew its first OM in the Wellington IC 122 Sqn (Catterick) flew its first OM in the Spitfire IIA

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/23/2021 1:20:49 AM)
401 Sqn RCAF (Wellingore – Spitfire IIA) 23.9.41 Heavy fog restricted flying most of the day.

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/24/2021 2:08:41 AM)
401 Sqn RCAF (Wellingore – Spitfire IIA) 24.9.41 Heavy and persistent fog and mist kept the aircraft on the ground all day. Base Changes 92 Sqn (Spitfire VB) moved to Gravesend 609 Sqn (Spitfire VB) moved to Biggin Hill First and Last Operational Missions 21 Sqn SAAF (LG.21 – Maryland II) flew its first OM of the war

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/25/2021 1:47:42 AM)
66 Sqn (Perranporth – Spitfire IIA) 25.9.41 2 Spitfire 2A (L.R.) Black Section (Sgt.Green and P/O.Mitchell) left Perranporth 1450 hours on an interception patrol. Black 1 had R/T trouble soon after take off, but it was working alright by the time the section was off Land’s End. After several vectors Black Section was told to keep a good look out to port. Shortly afterwards themselves being at 6,000 feet they saw an enemy aircraft to port and well below, at about 1500 feet. The sky was clear but from a little below the e/a – at 1400 feet there was a bank of 4/10ths cloud which was down to 600 feet. The e/a dived through this cloud and our aircraft followed, losing it temporarily but finding it below cloud, at about 500 feet slightly to starboard and still going down. Black 1 told Black 2 to attack line astern from starboard and port, at about 150 feet and 300 yards Black 2 experienced slight return fire, and noticed himself his own ammunition hitting the water after his first attack so that he raised his nose slightly; even then he does not appear to have seen whether or not the e/a was hit, although he does state that white smoke came out of the starboard engine. Black 2 is unable to estimate his speed accurately but he states “that he was going as fast as he could” but he didn’t seem to gain on the e/a which went straight on: this one reason why stern attacks were only made. When he had expended his ammunition Black 2 turned away and found himself in the cloud, calling up Black 1, got no reply could not contact Black 1 on e/a. Elver 2 came through and gave Black 2 a vector of 330° and after 22 minutes he made land at Lizard and landed at Perranporth at 16.05 hours. First and Last Operational Missions 90 Sqn (Polebrook) flew its last OM in the Fortress I 274 Sqn (Amriya) flew its first OM in the Hurricane IIB

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/26/2021 1:34:27 AM)
9 Sqn (Honington – Wellington III) 26.9.41 Twelve aircraft carried out operations in accordance with Headquarters, No. 3 Group operations order form B.619 dated 26/9. 0205 All aircraft returned safely except Wellington III X.3222 crashed on return to base at RUSHFORD near THETFORD. 517683. SGT. WHITE H.W. (2nd pilot). 1163420. SGT. LIFFORD, R.G. (Front Gunner) were killed and J.5094. P/O. (Observer) died later of injuries. 921067. SGT. CHISHOLM, J.A. (W/Operator) was admitted to West Suffolk General Hospital, Bury St. Edmonds and placed on the seriously ill list as a result of injuries sustained. The two other members of the crew were uninjured. ADDENDUM – This aircraft took off at 2002 (Target Emden) but was recalled at 2345 and crashed at Rushford 3 miles ESE of Thetford. This was the first Wellington III written off by Bomber Command. Base Changes 613 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Andover First and Last Operational Missions 9 Sqn (Honington) flew its first OM in the Wellington III 69 Sqn (Luqa) flew its last OM in the Blenheim IV 87 Sqn (Colerne) flew its last OM in the Hurricane I 118 Sqn (Ibsley) flew its first OM in the Spitfire VB 255 Sqn (Coltishall) flew its first OM in the Beaufighter IF

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/27/2021 2:02:53 AM)
CIRCUS 103A 110 Sqn (Wattisham – Blenheim IV) 27.9.41 Orders were received that 9 aircraft of this Squadron were to stand-by together with 8 aircraft of No. 226 Squadron at one hour’s notice from 0930 hours. The target or rather Task, was a Shipping Beat, but this order was later superseded by instructions that 12 aircraft were to carry out a CIRCUS operation escorted by fighters, on the Marshalling Yards at AMIENS LONGEAU. Six aircraft of this Squadron, together with 6 aircraft of No. 226 Squadron took off at 1320 hours for HASTINGS were where they picked up their air fighter escort. Course was set for target which was bombed from 14000’. Altogether 22x500 lbs. bombs and 44x25 lbs. Incendiaries bombs were dropped, and bursts were seen on West end of target and also North end. An Engine shed was seen to be staddles also Works centre. All aircraft engaged in this operation, returned safely to base, landing approximately 1545 hours. 126 Squadron (Wattisham – Blenheim IV) 6 A/c took off together with 6 A/c from 110 Sqn at 13.00 hours to attack the marshalling yards at AMIENS. Bursts were seen at W. end of target and N.E. and one burst seen on engine shed in marshalling yard. Another seen in centre of works from bridge to eastern end of works. Further observations difficult owing to bursts enveloping position in smoke. Dog fights reported between e/a and supporting fighters but no e/a encountered. Total bomb load 12x500 lb. Inst. and 24x25 lb. incend. CIRCUS 103B 114 Sqn (West Raynham – Blenheim IV) TARGET:- POWER STATION AT MAZINGARBE Aircraft failed to locate primary target, and instead attacked a railway junction near LA BASSE. 11 aircraft attacked from 15,000 ft. (one having returned owing technical trouble) with 500 lb bombs and 25 lb. incendiaries – our aircraft being escorted by fighters of 11 Group. Bursts were observed on two long sheds at the side of the railway track – other bombs fell wide. Photographs were taken. Numerous fighter combats were seen but no E/A attacked the Blenheims. Intense heavy flak was experienced before reaching the target at 1435 hours at 15,000 ft. over FORET DE NIEPPE from the N.E. corner of the forest, and 3 of our A/C were slightly damaged. All our A/C returned safely to the base with no injuries to the crew. Base Changes 11 Sqn (Blenheim IV) moved to LG.09 45 Sqn (Blenheim IV) move to LG.16 84 Sqn (Blenheim IV) moved to Habbaniya First and Last Operational Missions 27 Sqn (Luqa) flew its last OM in the Blenheim IV 266 Sqn (Wittering) flew its last OM’s in the Spitfire IIA & IIB

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/28/2021 1:35:09 AM)
49 Sqn (Scampton – Hampden I) 28.9.41 1115 - 14 Aircraft to stand to undertake bombing operations at Frankfurt. 2215 – 9 Aircraft only took off, 4 being cancelled and one suffering a tail wheel collapse at the taxying point. One aircraft was cancelled at the take off. One crashed eleven minutes after being airborne and all the crew were killed. One aircraft did not return from operations and nothing was heard of it. Five landed away from Base. Of the aircraft that actually reached the target area, 4 were successful and two unsuccessful, owing to poor visibility and ground haze. Flak was heavy with some light, and was accurate. ADDENDUM – Hampden AD733: hit by Flak and crashed near Karbach (Kreis St. Goar) at 04.15 hrs. Crew POW. Base Changes 266 Sqn (Spitfire IIA) moved to Martlesham Heath 268 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Barton Bendish First and Last Operational Missions 118 Sqn (Ibsley) flew its last OM in the Spitfire IIB 125 Sqn (Fairwood Common – Defiant) flew its first OM of the war

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (9/29/2021 1:23:23 AM)
7 Sqn (Oakington – Stirling I) 29.9.41 Seven aircraft were detailed to attack STETTIN. The average bomb load was 5500 lbs. and a large number of incendiaries were carried by three aircraft. F/LT. D.J.H. Lay DFC. did not see his bursts, F/Sgt. Bayley saw his, and saw fires and purple explosions on leaving. F/O. M.W. Hardstaff’s compass was U/S. and he was forced to return. W/O. A. Fletcher did not return – last heard of about 40 miles N.E. of Lowestoft. P/O. R.Ellis-Brown saw his incendiaries fall near a large fire and increase its area. Sgt. C.J. Cobbold did not return and nothing was heard from him after take off. Sgt. S.G. Matkin also bombed existing fires with good results. ADDENDUM – Stirling W7433 MG-U last heard on w/t at 02.58 over the North Sea, plotted some 40 miles N.E. of Lowestoft. Eventually three bodies washed up on the Dutch coast. Cause of loss unkown. Stirling W7441 was shot down by Lt. Ludolf Schmitz (3rd victory) into the sea between Hadersleben and Baagö Island at 22.17. Four of the crew were taken prisoner. Base Changes 143 Sqn (Beaufighter IF) moved to Sumburgh 208 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Aqir 221 Sqn (Wellington IC) moved to Reyjavik First and Last Operational Missions 264 Sqn (West Malling) flew its last OM in the Defiant) 607 Sqn (Martlesham Heath) flew its last OM in the Hurricane IIA

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/1/2021 1:50:10 AM)
402 Sqn RCAF (Southend – Hurricane IIB) 1.10.41 Convoy patrols. Base Changes 268 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Snailwell First and Last Operational Missions 123 Sqn (Castletown) flew its first OM in the Spitfire IIA 124 Sqn (Castletown) flew its first OM in the Spitfire IIB 140 Sqn (Benson – Spitfire IA) flew its first OM of the war 151 Sqn (Wittering) flew its last OM in the Defiant I 151 Sqn (Wittering) flew its first OM in the Defiant II 238 Sqn (LG.12) flew its first OM’s in the Hurricane IIB/C 303 Sqn (Speke) flew its last OM in the Spitfire IA 317 Sqn (Exeter) flew its first OM in the Spitfire VB

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/2/2021 1:14:40 AM)
CIRCUS 104 88 Sqn (Attlebridge – Blenheim IV) 2.10.41 6 aircraft took off to attack Electric Power Station at Le Havre. Recalled, failing to contact fighter escort. First and Last Operational Missions 140 Sqn (Benson) flew its last OM in the Spitfire PRIV 229 Sqn (LG.12) flew its first OM in the Hurricane IIC

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/3/2021 1:24:54 AM)
88 Sqn (Attlebridge – Blenheim IV) 3.10.41 6 aircraft attacked Power Station at Ostend. Bombs were dropped on buildings on the quay to the left of the target. All aircraft bombed on the Leader. Heavy flak was experienced after bombing. AUS.400425. SGT. LEDBETTER. J.F. Pilot wounded in leg, but piloted aircraft to base and made a successful landing. Base Changes 74 Sqn (Spitfire IIA) moved to Lianbedr 258 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Debden 403 Sqn RCAF (Spitfire VB) moved to Martlesham Heath First and Last Operational Missions 132 Sqn (Peterhead) flew its first OM in the Spitfire IIB 302 Sqn (Warmwell) flew its last OM in the Hurricane IIB 306 Sqn (Northolt) flew its last OM in the Spitfire VB 457 Sqn RAAF (Andreas) flew its last OM in the Spitfire IA

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/5/2021 12:58:20 AM)
257 Sqn (Coltishall – Hurricane IIB) 5.10.41 Readiness from 12.00 hours. S/Ldr. Soper missing after intercepting a Ju 88, 30 miles N.E. of Happisburg at 13.10 hours. He is believed to have come down into the sea. Nine pilots from Squadron conducted a search of the area, without result, until dusk.

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/6/2021 1:14:06 AM)
615 Sqn (Manston – Hurricane IIB/C) 6.10.41 The day opened with a weather test and was followed by an offensive patrol of four aircraft up the coast. At Ostende four camouflaged armed trawlers about 150 tons each, were sighted and effectively attacked. Owing to haze only three of our aircraft attacked, but in spite of that pieces of superstructure were seen to come away from one vessel that was smoking furiously and appeared to be sinking. The trawler was claimed as almost certainly sunk and two others as damaged. Sargeant Chaloupica, a Czech, who had become very popular with us all in the short time he had been with us, was hit during the engagement and was heard to say he might have to bale out. He was neither seen or heard again, but it is possible he may have been picked up by the enemy as he was very close in shore. Three of our Hurricanes were flown to Sutton Bridge en route for Sealand and we presume Russia. May they leave their “Gremlins” behind. Base Changes 122 Sqn (Spitfire VB) moved to Scorton 302 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Harrowbeer 600 Sqn (Beaufighter IIF) moved to Predannack 613 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Doncaster 616 Sqn (Spitfire VB) moved to Kirton-in-Lindsey First and Last Operational Missions 413 Sqn RCAF (Sollum Voe – Catalina I/IB) flew its first OM of the war

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/7/2021 1:03:16 AM)
413 Sqn RCAF (Sullom Voe – Catalina I/IB) 7.10.41 In position 56° 43'N. Commenced search along track. Continued search through positions 59° 15'N. 08° 26'W. and 59° 45'N. 10° 15'W. and then returned on parallel track. 1520 hrs. received signal return to base. Set course for base having not sighted “Olaf Portenes”. Waterborne Sullom Voe 1742 hrs. Base Changes 65 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Westhampnett 303 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Northolt 306 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Speke

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/8/2021 2:08:03 AM)
401 Sqn RCAF (Digby – Spitfire VB) 8.10.41 Air firing exercises were begun on Mark 5 Spitfires, some formations and local flying were performed. Base Changes 14 Sqn (Blenheim IV) moved to Habbaniya 241 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Weston Zoyland 404 Sqn (Blenheim IVF) moved to Dyce First and Last Operational Missions 65 Sqn (Westhampnett) flew its first OM in the Spitfire VB 457 Sqn RAAF (San Andreas) flew its first OM in the Spitfire IIA

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/9/2021 1:18:54 AM)
401 Sqn RCAF (Digby - Spitfire VB) 9.10.41 Air firing, local flying, practice attacks and aerobatics were done today. Base Changes 11 Sqn (Blenheim IV) moved to LG.104 201 Sqn (Sunderland I/II) moved to Castle Archdale 228 Sqn (Non-Op) moved to Stranraer First and Last Operational Missions 230 Sqn (Aboukir) flew its first OM in the Sunderland II

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/10/2021 1:08:59 AM)
57 Sqn (Feltwell – Wellington IC) 10.10.41 12 Aircraft operated on cologne. 1 Freshman on Rotterdam. Wellington IC (423) Z.8897 and X.9756 missing. ADDENDUM – X.9756 hit by Flak Div. 7 and crashed at Wesseling at 02.40 hours. The crew is buried at the Rheinberg War Cemetery. Z.8897 coned by 2./Res Flakscheinw. Abt. 408 and hit by Flak Div. 7, impacted at Glessen at 03.32 hours. Base Changes 18 Sqn (Blenheim IV) moved to Malta 39 Sqn (Maryland I Beaufort I/II) moved to Ikingi Maryut 209 Sqn (Catalina I) moved to Pembroke Dock First and Last Operational Missions 142 Sqn (Binbrook) flew its last OM in the Wellington II 320 Sqn (Leuchars) flew its first OM in the Hudson III

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/11/2021 1:29:39 AM)
217 Sqn (St. Eval – Beaufort I) 11.10.41 Three Gardiners. F/Lt. Percival, Sgt. Perry, Hanson-Lester. F/Lt. Percival and Sgt. Hanson-Lester were successful, dropping within the Shipping Channels. Sgt. Perry with his crew (Sgts. Thomsen, Gornell and Earl) failed to return. Base Changes 105 Sqn (Non-Op) left for the UK 451 Sqn RAAF (Hurricane I) moved to LG.75 First and Last Operational Missions 122 Sqn (Scorton) flew its first OM in the Spitfire IIB 131 Sqn (Atcham) Spitfire IIA) flew its first OM of the war 601 Sqn (Duxford) flew its last OM in the Hurricane IIB

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/12/2021 1:37:15 AM)
57 Sqn (Feltwell – Wellington IC) 12.10.41 6 aircraft operated on Nuremburg and 3 on Bremen. Wellington IC R.1757 missing. Sgts. JEFFRIES (Capt.) P.O. MYERS (2nd Pilot) Sgt. COOK (Obs) WOOD (1st W/T) BYERS (2nd W/T) RICKARD (A.G.) ADDENDUM – Wellington R1757 was shot down by Fw. Siegfred Ney (7th victory) at 21.48 hours. Crashed into a marsh near Blekenham (Overijssel) NE edge of the Noord-Oost-Polder, Holland. Four of the crew are buried at Emmeloord General Cemetery, but the grave of P/O Myers RCAF is located in the General Cemetery at Kuinre. P/O Rickard RCAF POW. Base Changes 105 Sqn (Non-Op) Moved to Swanton Morley First and Last Operational Missions 142 Sqn (Binbrook) flew its first OM in the Wellington IV 303 Sqn (Northolt) flew its first OM in the Spitfire VB

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/13/2021 2:17:07 AM)
44 Sqn (Waddington – Hampden) 13.10.41 Thirty Hampdens and nine Manchesters of No. 5 Group were detailed to attack a Railway Station at Cologne. Of this number, six Hampdens of this Squadron were detailed to participate in this operation, of which three reached their objective, but only two were able to identify the target and dropped 1,000 lbs. G.P. bomb, four 500 and two 250 lbs. G.P. bombs and 180x40 4 lb. incendiaries within the target area. During this operation, Sgt. Clarke rear gunner to P/O. Salazar, was slightly injured in the eye by a piece of splintered perspex. Reports generally show that the weather was good, but results were difficult to observe owing to intense Searchlight Activity, and a slight ground haze, but many bursts were seen, as well as several fires in the target area. Sgt. Knight who reached the target area was unable to identify it owing to weather conditions, attacked an Aerodrome South of the Town where he observed the bursts of his one 1000lb and two 500lb G.P. bombs on, and near, the illuminated flare path. Of the remaining three aircraft, F/Lt. Wood was suddenly taken ill and jettisoned his 1000lb and two 500 lb G.P. bombs safe in the sea, then returned to base. Sgt. Tetley was unable to locate the main target and carried out an attack on an unidentified town in the RUHR with his one 1000lb G.P. bomb, and later, another town near GRONINGEN with his two 500lb G.P. bombs. Both attacks appeared to be successful. The third aircraft, Sgt. Owen failed to return from this operation. ADDENDUM – Hampden AD975 was coned for 5 mins. by III/Flak Regiment 12 (III/Flakscheinw. Rgt. 1) and searchlight nr. 177 of Abt. 340 (VI Flakscheinw. Rgt. 1) between 21.32 and 21.38 hrs. Aircraft was then shot down by Oblt. Roderer (1st victory) 4/NJG.1 det. to Stab1/NJG1 crashed 23.39 at Waasmunster (Oost Vlaanderen), 7 km. ENE of Kokeren, Belgium. All are buried at Waasmunster Communal Cemetery. Cologne reported only a few bombs, 6 people killed, 5 injured, and damage to 17 houses. Base Changes 213 Sqn (Hurricane I) moved to Gerawla First and Last Operational Missions 48 Sqn (Stornoway) flew its last OM in the Anson I

warshipbuilder -> RE: Action This Day (10/14/2021 1:03:06 AM)
40 Sqn (Alconbury – Wellington IC) 14.10.41 Operations were ordered against Nuremberg again and twelve crews were detailed to take part. These took off from Alconbury from 22.30 hours onward. Three crews failed to return, namely, P/O. Buse, Sgts. Edis and Hiscock. S/Ldr. Craigen and P/O. Baker landed at Manston at 06.55 and 07.34 hours respectively but returned safely to base later in the morning. All ran into bad weather and severe icing conditions were encountered and in several instances, enemy fighters were met with. Task was abandoned in all cases, although in some instances bombs were dropped on final resort targets. ADDENDUM – Wellington X9926 T (Buse) hit by Flak and crashed at Worms-Weinsheim. All buried at Durnbach War Cemetery. Wellington Z8782 H (Edis) hit by Flak and exploded and crashed at Durmersheim. All buried at Durnbach War Cemetery. Wellington X9882 W (Hiscock) lost without a trace. Nuremberg reported only 3 groups of bombs fell within the city. Base Changes 241 Sqn(Non-Op) moved to Bottisham First and Last Operational Missions 122 Sqn(Scorton) flew its last OM in the Spitfire IA 229 Sqn(LG.012) flew its first OM in the Hurricane IIB 401 Sqn RCAF(Digby) flew its first OM in the Spitfire VB

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