[Eagle0025]

Unfortunately, no squadron codes or serial numbers can be seen in the three photos that I have of the wreck. It was pretty well burnt out. Just the engines, props, and a little of the tail section remained. The 6 Nov 44 date is based on an entry in the 429th FS squadron history (the 474th FG was at Florennes) that mentioned how a crippled "Lancaster" had bellied in at Florennes after a night mission to Koln. The 474th veterans that I have talked to who were at Florennes then only recall one instance where an RAF bomber crashlanded at A-78. Hence, my guess that this crash occurred on 6 Nov 44. I am still checking with the vets to see if I can confirm that date.

Cheers, Gary Koch