Memories of the Lancaster crash in High Street, North Thorsby on October 4th 1943

Memories of the Lancaster crash in High Street, North Thorsby on October 4th 1943

Gives account of hearing crash and exploding ammunition. Goes on to describe scene with damage to buildings. No one was hurt on the ground. Comments on recovery of crew bodies. Mentions that aircraft was Lancaster from 100 Squadron Waltham (Grimsby) and captained by an American pilot. Engines landed further afield along with another crew body.

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