First night fighter appeared over the border between the Netherlands and Germany. A Ju 88 was spotted by Tail Gunner Hartford. He fired, missed and I went into evasive action, but was hit. Mid Upper Gunner was wounded. The night fighter hit the right wing outboard tank which caused a leak. Had to abort and return to England. This fighter continued his attack but I think he missed due to the evasive action.
Landed on fumes at an emergency air field near the coast. Lovely Louise will be repaired and we’ll return to 314 Squadron.
Signed,
Howard Wharton
Howard Wharton, Pilot –