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Pilot Officer John Gibson ALLAN 407213

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Squadrons: 81 Sqn, 82 Sqn

Date of Birth: 4th October 1914
Birthplace: Liechhardt NSW
Occupation:
Enlistment Date:
Place of Enlistment: Strathfield NSW

History:
 
18 Mar 46 - Three aircraft and their escorting Mosquito navigation aircraft were lost after encountering extremely bad weather in the vicinity of Cape Tsuru near the end of the flight. The wreckages of A68-778, 770 and 718 were found at Cape Sandano, south western Shikoku, on the 27 Mar 46 by American authories. The bodies of F/O Short, Pilkington and P/O Allan, were returned to the unit for burial that same day.

References:
Mustangs of the RAAF and RNZAF - Peter Anderson
Australian War Memorial - Nominal Roll
Australian War Memorial - Roll of Honour
Australian War Memorial Photo No OG3617
 
 

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