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Old 4th December 2012, 22:04
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Re: Abschussmeldung - Film

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Originally Posted by Henry Jones View Post
Hi,

can anyone help me to find the "Abschussmeldung" for the P-51 #43-6451 through Uffz. Franz Neujahr at 16th March 1944.

Refering to http://www.cieldegloire.com/jg_003h.php it is on following Film
Film C. 2025/I Anerk: Nr.237

Thank you,
best regards
Alex
F/O Don Dempsey's engine stopped when he couldn't switch from external to internal fuel tanks - bailed out in sight of his leader and finished the war as POW. Macr 3008 P-51B 43-6451 GQ-L. 354th FG.

In other words he wasn't shot at or shot down, so strange victory credit.
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