8.8.40, Convoy "Peewet"

[Dean M. Wick]

Good evening: I am seeking information/ clarification regarding the operations of Bf110 units in action this day over this convoy. V(Z)/LG1 is known to have made Approx. 13 claims, most of which are supported by the Woods listing. My inquiry concerns claims by I and, or II/ZG2. "Zerstorer" (Vasco, Cornwell) states that I/ZG2 submitted 5 claims this date, 2 Spitfires and 3 Blenheims. Although there is no evidence in any of the published works I have at my disposal, it would appear that II/ZG2 was also in action this day, at least 2 Blenheim claims being credited to Grasser, and Elstermann of that unit. Is this perhaps a discrepency over which unit was involved, or are these indeed 2 seperate incidents, suggesting both units were in action over this convoy. The time frame's are approx. the same. Any comment's on this welcomed. Thank You Dean.