Hello. Been a while since I was last on here – I’m currently gathering information on the 49 Squadron Lancaster, PB355, that developed mechanical failure over Worthing in West Sussex on 17th December 1944. It subsequently crashed on Worthing beach just west of the pier, exploding on impact and killing all seven crew. I now have all the details I need but would be keen to hear from any collectors who may have parts of the aircraft in their collection and to obtain photographs if anyone maybe able to help. All the information is being put into book format and should be available by September. All photographs would of course be acknowledged and can be sent to [email]grahamlelliott@hotmail.co.uk[/email]
Many thanks in advance and kind regards,
Graham Lelliott
07793 435428
By: UKWMO - 1st July 2014 at 20:46
The publication is progressing well and now stands at 44 pages. Naturally it won’t be a very large publication but it is expected to be around the 55 page mark. Release and publication date should be on track for September 2014 with the designated ISBN being 978-0-9553893-6-8. Thanks to everyone who has made contact so far and has given information or support, I am most greatful. Graham Lelliott
By: REF - 29th June 2014 at 03:05
Many thanks, yes know about the plaque on the pier. You have a very interesting website by the way.
Thanks, I have loads more to add to it in time as well.
Look forward to hearing more about the book when it’s ready
By: UKWMO - 28th June 2014 at 21:52
Many thanks, yes know about the plaque on the pier. You have a very interesting website by the way.
By: REF - 26th June 2014 at 23:52
There is a memorial on the pier, photo on my website here:
http://www.ukairfields.org.uk/sussex.html
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June 26, 2014 at 3:37 pm