| Admitted to: SSQ. Norfolk and Norwich Hospital (18/10/43) and RAF Hospital Ely (29/12/43). |
Date of Injury: 18/10/1943 |
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| D.O.B/Age when admitted: 20 |
Cause of Incident: Enemy Action. Hit by enemy fire whilst Flying in a Lancaster. |
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| Transferred to QVH: 29/12/1943 |
Injuries: Gunshot wound to face. |
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| No. of Operations at East Grinstead: 3 |
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: Walter |
Surname: Cowham |
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| Service No: 710111 |
Nationality: British |
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| Awards/Honours: --- |
Patient Unit: 57 Sqn |
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| Profession: Air Gunner |
Patient Rank: Sgt |
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| Death: --- |
Age at Death: --- |
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Notes:
Glossary:
SSQ - Station Sick Quarters
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