8/ZG26, 09.07.1940.

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On 9th July 1940, 8/ZG26 lost one Bf110c and one damaged. The reports are:

8/ZG26.
Messerschmitt Bf110C ( ). Sortie to the south coast of England, shot down by RAF Hurricanes and crashed in the sea off Margate, Kent, 4.00pm. Fw. Hans Langbein (F) and Obgefr. Walter Franzke (Bf) both missing. Aircraft lost.

Messerschmitt Bf110 ( ). Sortie to England. Damaged by RAF fighter and returned to base. Pilot unhurt, 1 crewman (Bf) baled-out and missing. Aircraft 50% damaged.

Anyone know the identity of the Wireless Operator who baled-out?

Many thanks, Steve