Loss of Hptm Ibold, Kdr II/KG 54, on 2 February 1943
 

Hello,

I would like to have the usual details (WNr, crew, loss location) of the Ju 88 in which Hptm Franz Ibold, Gruppen Kdr of II/KG 54, was lost in the morning of 2 February 1943.

Thanks in advance.

Laurent

Hauptmann Franz Ibold
 

Hello Laurent

2 February 1943: Ju 88 A-4 (W.Nr. 141 049) of III./KG 54 flown by Hauptmann Franz Ibold (F), Oberfeldwebel Karl Mash (B), Oberfeldwebel Karl Braunhoff (Bf) and Feldwebel Heinz Krüger (Bm), all killed, fighter fire, Pl.Qu. 0817/13 Ost, 100%

Please note that I might have interpreted the surname of the Beobachter and perhaps even others wrongly as the source is difficult to read.

Horrido!

Leo

Re: Loss of Hptm Ibold, Kdr II/KG 54, on 2 February 1943
 

As far as I know these are the correct names: Mach, Karl & Braunnhoff, Karl. Braunnhoff was a member of 9./KG54.

The plane's tactical code was B3+AD. It's mission was to escort the convoy "Paselli" nord of the Gulf of Tunis. The plane was attacked by a Lightning and went down burning. It exploded on impact with the see.

Hope this helps.

Regards,
Rudi.

Re: Loss of Hptm Ibold, Kdr II/KG 54, on 2 February 1943
 

Hi

My loss record for this one:

http://www.ahs.no/ref_db/lw_loss_pub...?lossid=141052

Regards,
Andreas B

Re: Loss of Hptm Ibold, Kdr II/KG 54, on 2 February 1943
 

Oops, my mistake. You're right Andreas. It's indeed Brannhoff according to the VDK.

Regards,
Rudi.

Re: Loss of Hptm Ibold, Kdr II/KG 54, on 2 February 1943
 

Thanks to all, exactly what I needed.