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Hi Theo,

Both attacks happened over Docking in quick succession.

Blenheim Z of C Squadron No.17 OTU attacked over Docking by He.111 at 21.30hrs 24th.
Hydraulic system and port petrol tank severely damaged and set on fire. A/c crash landed on satellite. Damage estimated considerable. A/G reports turret gun not serviceable before being attacked. Crew unhurt and at Bircham Newton.

Air Raid Bircham Newton. One Beaufort OTU attacked from Silloth to Birchan Newton over satellite, Docking was fired at by E/A type unknown at 21:15 24/10/40 but believed to be He.111. Cannon shot through petrol tank further damage yet unknown. No casualties to crew.

RAF Station Bircham Newton ORB.

Give me a moment and I'll see what Silloth has.

Nothing in No.1 OTU but the diary has only who met the OC and a passing mention of the bombing attack the day before. Nothing on any aircraft movements.

Ross