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P-38 lost at Koekange (gem. De Wijk) on 29-11-1943 (SGLO ref: T3137)

1943-11-29 · Koekange · Netherlands

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At the date of 29-11-1943, time: 1400, the aircraft type P-38 has been lost. The location of the plane was found at: Koekange (gem. De Wijk). The unit of crew and plane is: 55FG/343FS. First flyer rank: 2nd Lieutenant, name: J.W. Gilbride. The plane belonged to the Allied forces.

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