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Old 22nd July 2014, 21:28
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Re: He115 claimed by Blenheims 3 August 1940

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Originally Posted by Chris Goss View Post
I have a number of similar war reporter submissions and as Tim says, to rely on them would be unwise. For example the bombing of Driffield on 15 Aug 40-if you believed what was written Driffield would be a wasteland. In this case, no date, no accurate location, incorrect crews (unless he meant Gaul as the Aircraft Commander) and incorrect aircraft code
I completely agree with Chris but I think the spirit of many missions is captured in the story even if it is manufactured and I rather like it.

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