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Hit by Allied anti-aircraft fire. Pilot, Flight Officer Daniel L Richards, was Killed in Action.
Witness statement given by 1/Lt. Gus W Allen:
'F/O Richards was flying my wing in the direction of Carmolain at approximately 1030 26 June 1944 when we were fired upon. According to Ground Observers we were hit immediately. F/O Richards turned right and tried to bail out but his chute did not open.'
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Units served with
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 354th Fighter Group 355th Fighter Squadron
- Service Numbers: T-223143
- Highest Rank: Flight Officer
- Role/Job: Pilot
Places
- Site type: Airfield
- Known as: Cricqueville-en-Bessin
Events
| Event | Location | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Other Failed to Return (FTR) |
14240 Cormolain, France | 26 June 1944 |