Re: the Halyard Mission
A little off the main topic being the rescue, does anyone know where I could find information about the following:
I believe most of the airmen rescued, were members of Squadrons belonging to 8 Group stationed in Italy. I am looking for data for the period of February 1944 to September 1944. Specifically,
Number of allied aircraft lost
Number of airmen killed
Number of airmen wounded
Number of airmen taken POW
Number who found sanctuary and ultimately escape through contact with the guerillas, and Mihailovich.
During this time period these aircraft would have been taking part in raids to destroy the oil refineries/fields, key bridges, and mining the Danube River to destroy the barges carrying the oil in and around Ploesti Romania.
Any information or sources of information would be appreciated.
Thanks
Leslie
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