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Remembering those who died this day.

  • Cumming John. Sgt. (d.30th July 1943)
  • Dunbar John Alexander. F/Sgt. (d.30th July 1943)
  • Fentiman Douglas Charles. (d.30th July 1943)
  • Fentiman Douglas Charles. Sgt. (d.30th July 1943)
  • Fox C. W.. F/Lt. (d.30th Jul 1943)
  • Hammond George Noel. F/O (d.30th July 1943)
  • Marks Douglas James. F/Sgt. (d.30th July 1943)
  • McDonald Daniel. Sgt. (d.30th July 1943)
  • Nickels Edward George. Sgt. (d.30th July 1943)
  • Pook Anthony Francis. Pte. (d.30th Jul 1943)
  • Pook Anthony Francis. Pte. (d.30th July 1943)
  • Ritte W. J.. (d.30th July 1943)
  • Roessingh Albert. 1e.Lt. (d.30th Jul 1943)
  • Rossie Anthony Alexander. F/O. (d.30th Jul 1943)
  • Unwin Peter Henry. Sgt. (d.30th July 1943)
  • Woodroffe George Percy. Flt.Sgt. (d.30th July 1943)

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Want to know more about the 30th of July 1943?


There are:10 items tagged 30th of July 1943 available in our Library

  These include information on officers, regimental histories, letters, diary entries, personal accounts and information about actions during the Second World War.




Stories from 30th July 1943





Douglas Charles Fentiman. RAF, 97 Squadron. (d.30th July 1943)

My uncle, Douglas Charles Fentiman, was in the RAF during WW2. I believe he flew for the 97 Squadron.

He was possibly in a Pathfinder role but I am not sure. He could have flown out of Bourn but again I don't know this.

Would anyone have any information on him or remember him? He had only been married one year when he was killed on the 30th of July 1943.

Barry Fentiman



Pte. Anthony Francis Pook. British, 4th Btn. Northamptonshire Regiment. (d.30th Jul 1943)

I am trying to trace my Grandfather Francis Pook's movements during his service, he unfortunately was killed in 1943, we know that he is remembered at Cassino memorial. However there seems to be some confusion of where he met his end, I believe that his official death was recorded as being in Scilly, however several years after the war my Grandmother received a letter from a gent in Ireland who gave an account of my Grandfather demise, who claimed he was machine gunned by a German fighter plane in North Africa, however his body/remains was then moved to main land Italy where his battalion was serving?

There was also some confusion on whether he was serving away from his unit. I would really like to know where he served and of course where/how he died. Would appreciate any news or indeed where I would be able to find this information.

Francis Boustead



Flt.Sgt. George Percy Woodroffe. Royal Air Force , 102 Squadron. (d.30th July 1943)

My 2nd cousin, George Woodroffe was a Flight Sergeant in 102 Squadron and was killed on a bomber raid over Germany on the 30th of July 1943. I have found in my late father's photographs a picture of a twin engined bomber with the name "Pluto" painted on it's nose. The crew plus, presumably, ground crew are included in front of the bomber. I can only presume at this stage that George Woodroffe is in the picture but cannot be sure (why else would my father have this photograph) This picture could also be interest to others with family or friends in 102 Squadron. Any help to identify the plane and it's crew would be greatly appreciated.

Bob Elliott



Pte. Anthony Francis Pook. British Army, 4th Btn. Northamptonshire Regiment. (d.30th July 1943)

My grandfather Francis Pook was unfortunately was killed in 1943. I am trying to trace his movements during his service. We know that he is remembered at Cassino memorial. However, there seems to be some confusion of where he met his end. I beleive that his official death was recorded as being in Sicily. However, several years after the war my grandmother received a letter from a gent in Ireland who gave an account of my grandfather's demise. He claimed he was machine gunned by a German fighter plane in North Africa, however his body was then moved to main land Italy where his battalian was serving. There was also some confusion on whether he was serving away from his unit.

I would really like to know where he served and of course where and how he died. Would appreciate any information or indeed where I would be able to find this information.

Francis Boustead



Sgt. Edward George Nickels. Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, 78 Squadron. (d.30th July 1943)

Uncle Teddy died when his Halifax went down into the Channel on the night of the 29th July 1943 following a bombing raid, 17 years before I was born. He was 19. I only know that the plane was spotted on fire coming back to base before ditching. I believe one body was eventually recovered but not the wreckage. I'd love to hear about any other families who had relatives who might have flown with Uncle Teddy.

Tina Henderson



W. J. Ritte. Royal Air Force, 320 Squadron (Netherlands) . (d.30th July 1943)

WJ Ritte, a Dutch national, served with 320 (Netherlands) Squadron, Royal Air Force.

On the 30th July 1943 his plane, a Mitchell FR144 of 320 Squadron, crashed into the sea from 300 ft. altitude during an ASR flight.

Crew members were:

  • W.J. Ritte - MIA
  • Lt. A. Roessingh - MIA
  • E. Van'T Emd - MIA
  • C.P.J.M. Van der Does - MIA
  • Cpl. W.L. Blok - MIA

S Flynn



F/Lt. C. W. Fox. Royal Air Force, 9 Squadron. (d.30th Jul 1943)

C.W. Fox was pilot of Lancaster JA692 WS-D of 9 Squadron which was lost on Operations to Hamburg on 30th July 1943. Airborne at 2223hrs on 29th of July 1943 from Bardney, the plane was hit by flak and crashed in the target area. All members of the crew lie in Hamburg War Cemetery, Ohlsdorf.




F/Sgt. Douglas James Marks. Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, 97 Sqdn.. (d.30th July 1943)

A Lancaster (ED862 OF-P) of 97 Squadron was shot down on 30th July 1943 on a raid to Hamburg. It is thought that an ME110 (IV/NJ61), piloted by Major Lent, was responsible. All the crew were killed in action and are commemorated on the Runnymede Memorial. The full crew were:
  • F/Sgt D.J. Marks, RAFVR - pilot
  • F/Sgt D.C. Fentiman, RAF - flight engineer
  • F/O G.N. Hammond, RAFVR - navigator
  • F/Sgt J.A. Dunbar, RAFVR - bomb aimer
  • Sgt D. McDonald, RAFVR - wireless operator
  • Sgt J. Cumming, RAFVR - mid-upper gunner
  • Sgt P.H. Unwin, RAFVR - rear gunner




  • Sgt. Douglas Charles Fentiman. Royal Air Force, 97 Sqdn.. (d.30th July 1943)

    A Lancaster (ED862 OF-P) of 97 Squadron was shot down on 30th July 1943 on a raid to Hamburg. It is thought that an ME110 (IV/NJ61), piloted by Major Lent, was responsible. All the crew were killed in action and are commemorated on the Runnymede Memorial. The full crew were:
  • F/Sgt D.J. Marks, RAFVR - pilot
  • F/Sgt D.C. Fentiman, RAF - flight engineer
  • F/O G.N. Hammond, RAFVR - navigator
  • F/Sgt J.A. Dunbar, RAFVR - bomb aimer
  • Sgt D. McDonald, RAFVR - wireless operator
  • Sgt J. Cumming, RAFVR - mid-upper gunner
  • Sgt P.H. Unwin, RAFVR - rear gunner




  • F/O George Noel Hammond. Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, 97 Sqdn.. (d.30th July 1943)

    A Lancaster (ED862 OF-P) of 97 Squadron was shot down on 30th July 1943 on a raid to Hamburg. It is thought that an ME110 (IV/NJ61), piloted by Major Lent, was responsible. All the crew were killed in action and are commemorated on the Runnymede Memorial. The full crew were:
  • F/Sgt D.J. Marks, RAFVR - pilot
  • F/Sgt D.C. Fentiman, RAF - flight engineer
  • F/O G.N. Hammond, RAFVR - navigator
  • F/Sgt J.A. Dunbar, RAFVR - bomb aimer
  • Sgt D. McDonald, RAFVR - wireless operator
  • Sgt J. Cumming, RAFVR - mid-upper gunner
  • Sgt P.H. Unwin, RAFVR - rear gunner




  • F/Sgt. John Alexander Dunbar. Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, 97 Sqdn.. (d.30th July 1943)

    A Lancaster (ED862 OF-P) of 97 Squadron was shot down on 30th July 1943 on a raid to Hamburg. It is thought that an ME110 (IV/NJ61), piloted by Major Lent, was responsible. All the crew were killed in action and are commemorated on the Runnymede Memorial. The full crew were:
  • F/Sgt D.J. Marks, RAFVR - pilot
  • F/Sgt D.C. Fentiman, RAF - flight engineer
  • F/O G.N. Hammond, RAFVR - navigator
  • F/Sgt J.A. Dunbar, RAFVR - bomb aimer
  • Sgt D. McDonald, RAFVR - wireless operator
  • Sgt J. Cumming, RAFVR - mid-upper gunner
  • Sgt P.H. Unwin, RAFVR - rear gunner




  • Sgt. Daniel McDonald. Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, 97 Sqdn.. (d.30th July 1943)

    A Lancaster (ED862 OF-P) of 97 Squadron was shot down on 30th July 1943 on a raid to Hamburg. It is thought that an ME110 (IV/NJ61), piloted by Major Lent, was responsible. All the crew were killed in action and are commemorated on the Runnymede Memorial. The full crew were:
  • F/Sgt D.J. Marks, RAFVR - pilot
  • F/Sgt D.C. Fentiman, RAF - flight engineer
  • F/O G.N. Hammond, RAFVR - navigator
  • F/Sgt J.A. Dunbar, RAFVR - bomb aimer
  • Sgt D. McDonald, RAFVR - wireless operator
  • Sgt J. Cumming, RAFVR - mid-upper gunner
  • Sgt P.H. Unwin, RAFVR - rear gunner




  • Sgt. John Cumming. Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, 97 Sqdn.. (d.30th July 1943)

    A Lancaster (ED862 OF-P) of 97 Squadron was shot down on 30th July 1943 on a raid to Hamburg. It is thought that an ME110 (IV/NJ61), piloted by Major Lent, was responsible. All the crew were killed in action and are commemorated on the Runnymede Memorial. The full crew were:
  • F/Sgt D.J. Marks, RAFVR - pilot
  • F/Sgt D.C. Fentiman, RAF - flight engineer
  • F/O G.N. Hammond, RAFVR - navigator
  • F/Sgt J.A. Dunbar, RAFVR - bomb aimer
  • Sgt D. McDonald, RAFVR - wireless operator
  • Sgt J. Cumming, RAFVR - mid-upper gunner
  • Sgt P.H. Unwin, RAFVR - rear gunner




  • Sgt. Peter Henry Unwin. Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, 97 Sqdn.. (d.30th July 1943)

    A Lancaster (ED862 OF-P) of 97 Squadron was shot down on 30th July 1943 on a raid to Hamburg. It is thought that an ME110 (IV/NJ61), piloted by Major Lent, was responsible. All the crew were killed in action and are commemorated on the Runnymede Memorial. The full crew were:
  • F/Sgt D.J. Marks, RAFVR - pilot
  • F/Sgt D.C. Fentiman, RAF - flight engineer
  • F/O G.N. Hammond, RAFVR - navigator
  • F/Sgt J.A. Dunbar, RAFVR - bomb aimer
  • Sgt D. McDonald, RAFVR - wireless operator
  • Sgt J. Cumming, RAFVR - mid-upper gunner
  • Sgt P.H. Unwin, RAFVR - rear gunner




  • 1e.Lt. Albert "Ab" Roessingh. Kruis van Verdienste Royal Air Force, 320 (Netherlands) Squadron. (d.30th Jul 1943)

    On 30 July 1943 during an Air Sea Rescue above the North Sea (north of Vlieland) with a B-25 Mitchell (aircraft FR 144) dumped into the sea (with 4 other crew members) The passengers were:

    • Officer pilot 2nd class: W.J. Ritte (pilot)
    • Res. 1st Lieutenant pilot: E. van t Eind
    • Res. 1st Lieutenant elder: Mr. A. Roessingh
    • (20510) Korpl. Aircraft tel .: W.L. Blok
    • (90465) Z Kok 2nd class b / m: C.P.J.M. van der Does

    Op 30 juli 1943 tijdens een Air Sea Rescue boven de Noordzee (ten noorden van Vlieland) met een B-25 Mitchell (vliegtuig FR 144) in zee gestort (met 4 overige bemanningsleden. De inzittenden waren:

    • Officier vlieger 2e klasse: W.J. Ritte (piloot)
    • Res. 1e Luitenant vlieger: E. van t Eind
    • Res. 1e Luitenant vlier: Mr. A. Roessingh
    • (20510) Korpl. Vliegtuigtel.: W.L. Blok
    • (90465) Z Kok 2e klasse z/m: C.P.J.M. van der Does

    Diederik Roessingh



    F/O. Anthony Alexander Rossie. Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserves, 9 Squadron. (d.30th Jul 1943)

    Anthony Alexander Rossie was born in June 1922 in Hambledon, Surreyand died 30th if July 1943 in Hamburg, Germany. Anthony was a member of the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserves and flew with 9 Squadron during WWII. He was stationed at RAF Bardney in Lincolnshire and was a Navigator in a Lancaster Bomber. He might have been sent to Canada for his training.

    On the night of 29th of July 1943, he took off at 22.23hrs in Aircraft No JA692, WS-D as part of the operation Gomorrah over Hamburg. It is reported that his aircraft first flew through a series of intense electric storms before being hit by enemy flak and crashing over the target area.

    Anthony was rewarded with the War Medal, The Star and the Aircrew Europe Star. He is buried in Hamburg War Cemetery, Ohlsdorf.

    St John Anthony Williamson










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