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Re: A-36 Apache losses over Sicily in July 1943
Paul,
I have a total of 21 MACRs for A-36s in July 1943. Ten are by flak, only one by enemy aircraft. Six are unknown, 2 are mechanical, and two flew into a hill or water.
14 more in August. Five by flak, five by enemy aircraft, 3 mechanical, one unknown.
Of these 35 losses, 17 are KIA, 15 POW, and three apparently evaded or were rescued. Remember, this plane is a dive bomber and it operated close to the ground, where flak can get at it. And usually with air superiority.
At this point I do not know how many losses occurred without a MACR.
This will all end up in A History of the Mediterranean Air War, Vol 4. Someday.
Enjoy!
Frank.
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