Do217 over Dieppe 19/08/1942

[keith A]

I know a number of Do 217s of KG2 (and other units?) were claimed on this date. Were any attributed to any particular unit? 118 Sqn made two claims at 1525, I am looking to tie these up with German losses.

[Chris Goss]

There were so many claims and so many losses, to tie up exactly is very hard. Note you are interested in 118 Sqn-I have their wartime notes on missions, losses, claims etc

[keith A]

Hi Chis,
I am researching FL JB Shepherd of 118 who claimed a victory on that date. He served 1942-43 but I am still looking when he joined and when he left!

[TMurray]

Hi Guys

I have the combat report for F/L FAO Gaze of No.616 Sqn, he claimed a Do.217 probably destroyed 8 mi. from Dieppe on this date at 11:45am, verified by his No.2 P/O Blanchard. Hope this helps.

[Allan125]

Originally Posted by keith A

Hi Chis,
I am researching FL JB Shepherd of 118 who claimed a victory on that date. He served 1942-43 but I am still looking when he joined and when he left!

Hi Keith

According to "Aces High" he was posted to 118 squadron as a flight commander early in 1942., and left the squadron in October 1943. No specific dates given though. He later commanded 41 squadron and died in a flying accident on 22 January 1946.

See also the website of Steve Brew http://brew.clients.ch/RAF41Sqdn.htm - then look at the nominal roll.

what is your particular interest in John Bean Shepherd.

cheers

Allan