Monument record MWX4559 - Heinkel, off Portland Bill
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Summary
A Heinkel lost off Portland Bill, 30/9/40
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Full Description
A Heinkel lost off Portland Bill, 30/9/40 (1)
At approximately 17.00 30th September 1940, a German Heinkel plane was seen to crash off Portland Bill into the sea. Pilot baled out and although search has been made for him he has not been found.(2)
<1> Le Pard, G, 1995-2003, Dorset Coast Forum Maritime Archaeological Database, 31 (Digital archive). SWX8707.
<2> Dorset Police, Daily reports from Chief Constable 1939-1945 (Unpublished document). SDO10197.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 67754 66945 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY66NE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 9 000 1504
Record last edited
Oct 2 2007 3:36AM
