| Admitted to: RAF Dishforth SSQ. Harrogate Hospital (31/01/43). RAF Hospital Rauceby (17/02/43). |
Date of Injury: 31/01/1943 |
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| D.O.B/Age when admitted: 34 |
Cause of Incident: Crashed on take off in a Wellington on a night sortie. |
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| Transferred to QVH: 16/04/1943 |
Injuries: Burns to face, hands and 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: John |
Surname: Welsh |
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| Service No: 1029331 |
Nationality: British |
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| Awards/Honours: --- |
Patient Unit: 428 Sqn |
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| Profession: Air Gunner |
Patient Rank: Sgt |
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| Death: 30/11/1982 |
Age at Death: 74yrs |
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Notes:
Known as 'Mickey'.
Glossary:SSQ - Station Sick Quarters
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