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Old 7th September 2011, 04:36
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Re: 102 Squadron ORBs

Nick,

Not the first time this crew had to "Hit the Silk".

You might find the following of interest:

8-9 June 1944
No.102 Sqn.
Halifax III MZ659 - DY-T
Op:Alencon

Took off 2233 Pocklington to attack communications. On return, ran low on fuel and at 0512 the crew baled out near Carnaby airfield, Yorkshire. No injuries reported.

P/O S W Sambell RAAF
Sgt J M Craig
Sgt A L Curphey
F/S J m Beecroft RAAF
Sgt C h Kidds
Sgt A A Aylmer
Sgt S M Magill

See: BCL5/267

Sambell and Beecroft are not identified as RAAF by Bill Chorley. Both of these airmen became members of the Caterpillar Club as a result of this incident.

Col.
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