Schnaufer's last Bf 110

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Originally Posted by Marcel Hogenhuis

Having a large Bf110 database I am convinced that much of the confusion is caused because parts of the NJG 1 were used as nucleus for other Geschwader. In October 1942 the II./NJG 5 was formed with the experienced 3./NJG 1 as nucleus etc. In all cases you will find Bf110's at these Gruppen with G9 markings weeks after the official births of these Gruppen.
All the best, Marcel

Hi Marcel,
Retaining the old Geschw. code might have been the case and acceptable for a very short while, but not in the long run. Reporting would have become a nightmare, if there were two a/c with the same identity. Further I have a number of photos of all black (i.e. early) Bf110 with the 3C code.
And since Schnaufer had G9+DX repainted, he also was not satisfied with surrendering his mount wth an incorrect code.
bregds
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