Allied Claims Mediterranean 4 Dec 43

[stefaan]

Ho Chris.
I asked my friend, Graeme Gibson, who is busy on a book on 16 SAAF and he replied.:
The first 16 Sqdn Beaufighter conversion course started on 17/12/43 and lasted two weeks. The first offensive sweep was in only in February 1944. So, it looks like 227 are the likeliest culprits.
Hope it helps
Stefaan.

[Brian]

Hi Chris

I have nothing listed for 227 Sqn on this date, but will have another look at the ORB (hopefully) next week.

Cheers
Brian

[Chris Goss]

Thanks Stefaan & Brian but this is a bit of a puzzle.
Stefaan-Graeme might be interested in what I have on the 1june 44 convoy attack & the loss of Capt Haupt

[stefaan]

Hi Chris.
He also asked if you have any gen on the 17th June 1944.
On that date 16 Sqdn did clash with Ar 196's, and wants to know if you have any gen on which Arados were lost and who were the crews.
I am sure he would like any info on the 1st June Raid.
Thx
Stefaan

[Chris Goss]

I have details of 2 losses to 4/126 this day but as 252 Sqn were not flying, I have nothing on 16 Sqn's involvement. In respect of 1 Jun 44 I have a photo of the 16 Sqn loss in that action hence my earelier request about the crew taken POW

[stefaan]

Hi Chris.
16 must have been on Bisleys at that time then.
Will get back to you
Stefaan

[Chris Goss]

Stefaan

Not in June 1944? Hopefully Brian will help solve the mystery of 4 Dec 43

Chris