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By: - 25th March 2012 at 09:38 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
Have you discounted Sgt Thomas Blackburn as he was killed in an accident (17/10/1941), rather than action?
It is probably worth ignoring the 'Spitfire' type and assuming at best that it was some single-engined RAF aircraft. The last Spitfire pilot enquired about here turned out to be flying a Lancaster.
Moggy
By: - 25th March 2012 at 14:39 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
Thanks Moggy but he is definitely 100% Spitfire pilot its just we have lost his details (silly us)
Mike E
By: - 28th March 2012 at 16:47 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
Squadron Leader John Colin Mungo Park
To move on from our original question we have found the man Squadron Leader John Colin Mungo Park DFC. Co of 74 squadron KIA 1941 whilst flying his Spitfire in combat against two ME 109 aircraft he is buried in Belgium.
great Guys we need more can anyone help with the following;
Mark of Spitfire he was flying
The serial of the Spitfire he was flying
The codes of the Aircraft he was flying
Has any of the crash site been investigated in Belgium and where abouts is it ?.
I understand members of the Battle of Britain Historical Society have done some research on this pilot is anyone from that organisation on the forum and can they assist us.
Very valid reason for all this information needed the reason why will become obvious very soon.
Ta very muchly
Mike E
By: - 28th March 2012 at 17:01 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
This is quite a well known aircraft and crash, several photos of which have appeared on ebay over the years. to answer the questions;
Mark of Spitfire he was flying
Spitfire Va
The serial of the Spitfire he was flying
X4668 Presentation aircraft 'Burbage'
The codes of the Aircraft he was flying
ZP-E
Has any of the crash site been investigated in Belgium and where abouts is it ?.
near Adinkerke.
I painted this aircraft for the cover of Air Britain's 'Gifts of War' some time ago.
Hope this helps!
Mark P
By: - 28th March 2012 at 18:04 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
great guys that info is just what we want to get started on the project in hand.
More detail will follow on but if anyone else has any further info they can share or would like to copy to us including photo's then it would be greatly appreciated.
Mike E
By: - 28th March 2012 at 18:08 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
One thing I did miss out Andy do you have the actual date he was KIA ?
Thanks
Mike E
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By: - 28th March 2012 at 18:16 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
http://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/districtnews/9022719.College_tribute_for_hero_pilot/
By: - 29th March 2012 at 08:26 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
Again thanks guys keep the info coming its for an exciting project (we hope).
Just getting approval from those that matter more info shortly.
Mike E
By: - 29th March 2012 at 08:45 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
Have you discounted Sgt Thomas Blackburn as he was killed in an accident (17/10/1941), rather than action?It is probably worth ignoring the 'Spitfire' type and assuming at best that it was some single-engined RAF aircraft. The last Spitfire pilot enquired about here turned out to be flying a Lancaster.
Moggy
Although obviously discounted - But just for everyone's general interest - Some details re Sgt Thomas Blackburn here: Tomahawk AK 191, Mornington Road, Bolton - 17th October 1941
By: - 29th March 2012 at 19:58 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
yes we discounted a few people for specific reasons IE they where not Spitfire pilots and or flying spitfires at the time of their demise. Thanks.
By: - 29th March 2012 at 22:18 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
Do you have a photo of his headstone? I was there years ago because it is near to Dunkirk, I was attending the Dunkirk veterans events with my Grandad. Also think there is a road named after him? Hornchurch way?
By: - 30th March 2012 at 08:18 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
Mungo`s nephews, Geoffrey (left) and Chris at the graveside.
Moggy
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By: Firebex - 24th March 2012 at 23:54
I know its a bit vague but perhaps someone can give me the correct pointer I have been asked to look into a Spitfire pilot killed in action during WW2 possibly the Battle of Britain and he came from Bolton in Lancashire.
Anyone give me any pointers or possible candidates for who it may be please.
I have been told that a local newspaper did something on this guy about ten years ago but cant track it down to the paper or a name etc.
Hoping some of you dedicated research guys can start me off
many thanks.
Mike E