Monument record 6561/1 - WWII Aircraft Crash Site
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Summary
A Boston IIIA aircraft crashed near Rothersthorpe Crossing on 30th March 1944. It exploded on impact, killing all three crew instantaneously. The aircraft has flown out from RAF Finmere.
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Full Description
{2} Report on crash of a Boston IIIA aircraft on 30th March 1944. Crew of 3 killed. Aircraft exploded on impact.
<1> Armishaw, A., 2002, Letter, (unchecked) (Letter). SNN107588.
<2> 1944, Accidents Branch: Investigators Report, (checked) (Document). SNN107589.
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 7203 5819 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jul 20 2023 3:05PM
