Gerald Charlesbeth Brams
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Son of Charles and Elizabeth Brams, of Cricklewood; husband of Emily Brams, of Cricklewood.
7/6/1940 Bf 109 fighters attacked Sergeant Brams, who had taken off from Echimines, France at dawn, on the way to the target. His gunner, Pilot Officer R Roberts, returned fire but the Battle was badly damaged although they were able to complete their attack at low level. Sergeant Brams force landed next to a road and he and his gunner were able to return to base. Pilot Officer Roberts claimed a Bf 109 destroyed.
Battle L5483 103 Sqn RAF Newton, night cross country exercise. Whilst undertaking a training sortie the aircraft climbed, stalled and hit trees on approach to RAF Cottesmore after mistaking it for RAF Newton.
Sgt James William Mallard - killed
Sgt Davies - slight injuries.
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