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He111 i/KG27 lost 16 August 1940
Hi guys
He111 fell into the sea off the Isle of Wight. I have a note that Ltn Helmut Einicke and his crew (Topper, Hirsch, Koch?) were rescued - but by what mode? Any information appreciated, please. Take care, stay safe Brian |
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Re: He111 i/KG27 lost 16 August 1940
I was in touch with Einicke (if it is the same Lt Helmut Einicke) some years ago but despite flying some 80 missions following joining 7./KG 27 in July 1940 and being taken POW 29 May 1941, made no mention of this incident. Waiss says they were rescued by Seenotrettungsdienst and just Uffz Martin Toepper was injured
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Re: He111 i/KG27 lost 16 August 1940
Hi Chris
Again my thanks Brian |
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Re: He111 i/KG27 lost 16 August 1940
From National Archives HW 13/28: "GNA Vol. II, December 1940 numbered 1–20, 28.12.39 – 31.12.40"
These entries might be relevant: 16.08.40Note: "GNA" stood for German Naval Air. |
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Re: He111 i/KG27 lost 16 August 1940
I believe the 2 that were rescued were from III./ZG 76 and that the 1637hrs one could be the He 111
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Re: He111 i/KG27 lost 16 August 1940
Belated thanks
Cheers Brian |
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