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Old 7th February 2009, 18:28
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Re: stuka ju 87 werknummer 5136 info wanted

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Originally Posted by Peter Cornwell View Post
Phil,

Lost on May 12, 1940, as follows:

Stab I./StG2 Junkers Ju87B (5136). Shot down by Hurricanes of No. 3 Squadron south-west of Hasselt and abandoned over Geetbets, north of Grazen, 8.30 a.m. Possibly one of those attacked by P/O F. R. Carey. Pilot believed baled out unhurt, (Bf) Uffz Heinrich Basler killed. Aircraft 100% write-off.
Major excavation by local enthusiasts 1990 recovered engine, propellor blades, section of fuselage, remains of undercarriage, cockpit canopy, armament, radio, maps, parachute, and scraps of uniform.

Source: The Battle of France Then & Now p254 (as amended)
hello Peter,
I was given info on who shot down that stuka by hurricane L 1610 pilot off Mike Stephens green section "B" flight
do yuo have any insurance if it was done by Stephens or p/o f.R Carey?
thanks in advance
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