Ju88 Interception off Ireland, August 1942

[Mark McShane]

I have another enquiry about an action over the Irish Sea, it is a couple of months later on December 15th 1942 (date could be between 14th-16th).

I do not know what units were involved, I just have information about ferry picking up four German pilots on the 15th and two RAF pilots on the 16th.

Could anybody provide any further information on how these men ended up ditching in the Irish Sea?

Regards,

Mark

[Mark McShane]

Hi Tony,

Arrcording to the newspaper article, the two RAF men were part of a crew of four, they had ditched into the sea on Sunday 13th, so that doesn't tie in with the Anson on the 15th.

It seems that it may go un-resolved.

Regards,

Mark

[Tony Kearns]

Hi Mark,
I posted a question on Ross NcNeill's RAF commands Forums and he supplied me with details confirming that in fact an Anson had come down in the sea and the crew were picked up by a steamer, but does not mention names(with thanks to Ross). The ORB does not give names either.
Your initial posting#11 mentions 15th Dec and or between 16th and 19th and posting #19 lists 13th. Is the newspaper named and can you confirm the date Sunday 13th?
Kind regards
Tony K

[Mark McShane]

Hi Tony,

I have the article saved, I can send it you if you like. Send me a PM with your email address.

Regards,

Mark