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I was contacted late last night by a rather distressed relative of a crew I researched a number of years ago. It would appear unbeknown to her the wreckage of her brothers aircraft is to be recovered.

The conversation with the relative suggests that the remains / wreckage of a Short Stirling is to be recovered, however all the crew of eight including the relatives brother are still recorded on the CWGC site as “Missing”. The relative is concerned that the site is to be “ pillaged”.
The aircraft in question was EH925 IC-C of No.623 Squadron which FTR from Berlin on August 23/24th 1943. The Welsh pilot, Squadron Leader W.H.B Hiles DSO, DFC was a screened two tour pilot who at the time of his death was serving at No.3 Group HQ.

Due to the sensitivity of the subject and the unconfirmed reports I have received I would appreciate any feedback on the recovery. The relative is very distressed by the news, which was sent via a researcher in Berlin who wanted “back-ground” details.? Does anyone who frequents this forum research attacks on Berlin and specifically losses in and around the German capital and know of this recovery. ??