I opened a thread about this but now I do see that there is already one.

Indeed pretty strong story.

I would say 1000 is more likely. but then saying 1000 men hit NOT killed. If me neightbour shots one and I hit him to and I credit him as a "hit" you'll be hitting 3000 soon.

just my 2 cents.

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Sixty-four bomber pilots and crew lie in the cemetery at Wevelgem Communal and today many locals still pay their respects to those brave men from high in the skies.