Lancaster JA 708
 

Can anyone tell me the crash site of 97 Squadron Lancaster JA 708?

This aircraft was lost September 23rd. 1943 on a raid to Mannheim.

Any other relevant information would be appreciated.

Re: Lancaster JA 708
 

Hi David ,

Perhaps this info can help you :

23/24.09.43 97
LancasterIII JA708 OF-P Bourn Mannheim
FLt R A Fletcher DFM POW
FSgt J F Beesley POW
FSgt H R Page Killed Rheinberg War Cem
FSgt J E Nelson PoW
PO W H Layne PoW
S/Ldr K J Foster DFC* Killed Rheinberg War Cem
S/Ldr R A McKinna DFC* Killed Rheinberg War Cem

Greetings

Alain