| Admitted to: RAF Graveley SSQ. RAF Hospital Ely (18/12/43). |
Date of Injury: 18/12/1943 |
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| D.O.B/Age when admitted: 35 |
Cause of Incident: Crashed flying in a Lancaster returning from ops. |
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| Transferred to QVH: 14/11/1944 |
Injuries: Burns to hands and face. Fractured legs. |
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| No. of Operations at East Grinstead: 7 |
IDENTITY CARD
This is to certify that the patient mentioned below and whose description is stated hereon is the authorised holder of this Identity card.
| Forename: James |
Surname: Benbow |
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| Service No: 1379143 |
Nationality: British |
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| Awards/Honours: --- |
Patient Unit: 97 Sqn |
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| Profession: Air Gunner |
Patient Rank: WO |
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| Death: 05/12/1956 |
Age at Death: 47yrs |
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Notes:
Only survivor of crew of 20.
Glossary:SSQ - Station Sick Quarters
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