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Alain57

23rd April 2025 21:32

F/O Baker Ronald Lavender 485Sqn

Hello ,

On November 20, 1943, Spitfire IXB JK762 from No. 485 Squadron crashed near Eernegem, Belgium, after a mid-air collision with another Spitfire. The pilot was Flying Officer Baker Ronald Lavender (service number 391337, RNZAF), who was killed in action. He was born on March 29, 1920, in Netherne, Surrey, England. Was this man also known as Reg Baker within the squadron? Thank you in advance for your help.
Alain57

AndyMa

24th April 2025 14:06

Re: F/O Baker Ronald Lavender 485Sqn

Alain,
I can't answer your question, but this loss was on 20 October 1943.
Andy

Alain57

25th April 2025 08:30

Re: F/O Baker Ronald Lavender 485Sqn

Hello ,

Indeed youre right about the date , made a typo!
Alain57

JohnE

25th April 2025 15:27

Re: F/O Baker Ronald Lavender 485Sqn

"Reg" Baker must have been Reginald William Baker (NZ401748).

/John Engelsted

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