Conversation with Eric Clarke

Conversation with Eric Clarke

Starts with discussion of Hampden and then getting Manchester and subsequently Lancaster. Relates some Manchester operations including 1000 bomber raid. Provides anecdotes about Manchester operations. Continues with account of joining up and training. Tells stories of operations on 14 month first tour on Hampdens where he did 10 operations. Relates converting to Manchester and talks of gunner's responsibility for ammunition. Covers 4 operations on Manchester. Speaks of conversion to Lancaster where he did 12 operations. Tells various anecdotes of operations and crew mates. Specifically mentions operation to Milan. Talks of commissioning and Guy Gibson's dog. Covers subsequent career on OTU. Retells of joining RAF Scampton as wireless operator/air gunner. Tells more long anecdotes concerning operations. Lists operation on Hampdens. Goes on to relate anecdotes of Manchester era. Continues with more about Lancaster and his relationship with pilot , then Flg Off later Wing Commander J K M Cooke. Finally relates story of operation to Milan.

2009-02-17

Nineteen page printed document

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