Building record MNN173294 - Memorial to 207 Squadron RAF crash
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Summary
On the night of the 21st/2nd June 1941 an Avro Manchester EM-Y (L7314) of 207 Squadron RAF crashed near here. The aircraft had a full payload of bombs and exploded shortly after impact killing all seven crew.
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Full Description
{1, 2} Stone with inscription plaque set on a brick and stone base. The stone was used during the construction of Peterborough Cathedral and is Derbyshire Gritstone. Erected by Wollaston parish Council and public subscription.
<1> Richard E Flagg, UK Airfields, http://www.ukairfields.org.uk/wollaston.html; Accessed 14/11/2024 (Website). SNN116651.
<2> Imperial War Museum, War Memorials Register, https://www.iwm.org.uk/memorials/item/memorial/98401 (Website). SNN110619.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN116651 Website: Richard E Flagg. UK Airfields. http://www.ukairfields.org.uk/. http://www.ukairfields.org.uk/wollaston.html; Accessed 14/11/2024.
- <2> SNN110619 Website: Imperial War Museum. War Memorials Register. http://www.iwm.org.uk/memorials. https://www.iwm.org.uk/memorials/item/memorial/98401.
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 9233 6140 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WOLLASTON, North Northamptonshire (formerly Wellingborough District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 25 2025 7:30PM
