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Lancaster lost at Avenhorn (Middenweg) on 28-06-1942 (SGLO ref: T1653)

1942-06-28 · Avenhorn · Netherlands

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At the date of 28-06-1942, time: 0229, the aircraft type Lancaster has been lost. The location of the plane was found at: Avenhorn (Middenweg). The unit of crew and plane is: 97 Sqdn. First flyer rank: Flying Officer, name: A.W. Friend. The plane belonged to the Allied forces.

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