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Re: JGr.176 27th september 1939
Marius,
The only source I have that reports the collision involving RHINOW & KOEPKE is the QGM Returns for 29.9.1940 compiled on 1.10 .1940.
Of course, I am aware of what Chris Shores said, & the theory that these losses occurred two days earlier in combat with GC II/4 is compelling, it may yet be shown to be true, but without some (or any) better evidence than you are able to quote it must remain just that - a seductive theory & nothing more.
I accept without question that the loss lists were compiled by human beings & therefore subject to error, but prefer not to tinker with the historical record without good reason. Of itself, a neat theory, however logical & rational, is never reason enough. But what the hey, why let facts get in the way of a good story ?
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