Hi Melvin

I really think the one on the right is part of the DF loop housing (the back end – however the rearmost part is broken off). Not sure about the bit on the left though – it looks a bit smaller.

Thanks for the pic – that’s great – is there any chance someone could measure the length?

Hi Steve

First of all, well done – I wish I had the time to do something similar. An American called Ron Werneth spent some time in Japan in the last ten years and interviewed many IJN veterens – he may still be living out there. I do know he used to write for some of the magazines. I think he might be able to help you.

You could post over in WIX – perhaps they or one of our Americans friends has a contact for him.

Another plea for help please chaps. My book of Second World War veterans’ stories is targetted for publication early next year. Among the 100+ interviews I have conducetd, I have covered every nationality of the major combatants except the Japanese.

All attempts to track down survivors and/or existing transcripts have failed; usually with a dead-end or unanswered emails. Is there anyone out there who might be able to put me in touch with a potential source please? I know there are a few transcripts on the Internet, but it has not been possible to trace or make contact with the copyright holders.

Thanks in anticipation.

Amazing – never seen that before – what fantastic skill 😮

Freehand roundels! How many aircraft painters here do that? 🙂

If the relatives want more information on the loss of the aircraft they can contact the Air Historical Branch – they should be able to help. Good luck.

What condition was it in? Not good by the sounds of things?