Description
To Mr Floyd, father of Philip Floyd, mentioning that he was his son's navigator and that he had recently discovered Mr Loyd's address. Expresses concern that he might upset Mr Floyd. Provides description of their last operation on 1000 bomber attack on Cologne included being illuminated by searchlights despite desperate manoeuvring, jettisoning bombs, diving to low level, being hit by anti aircraft fire setting engine on fire. Continues with crew bailing out but pilot killed as insufficient time to abandon aircraft. Praises pilots flying ability, courage, and sacrifice. Mentions that he had reported pilot's courage while a prisoner of war. Asks if he has any news of his son's grave,
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