Wg Cdr Guy Gibson VC DFC DSO
Today is the day 60 years ago that one of our greatest heroes was killed in action.
He led 617 Squadron on the raid to break down the German Dams in May 1943 (aged 24) and was awarded the VC.
On the 19th September 1944 he flew out of Woodhall Spa on a bombing mission flying a Mosquito from 627 squadron. Having completed the bombing raid, Gibson went on to check anti aircraft positions. Sadly, the mosquito crashed killing both Gibson and his navigator Squadron Leader J.B Warwick.
I don't normally post any messages on this board, but I think this is worth noting.
A proper leader.
Last edited by Doppelganger; 19th Sep 2004 at 16:56.