Steeple Morden, Station 122: 4Nm W of Royston, Satellite for nearby Bassingbourn, RAF No. 11 OTU, US 8th AAF 5th Photographic Group, 355th (354 (later Second Scouting force) /357/358 FS) Fighter Group (P47 Thunderbolts, P51 Mustangs). Visited by Maj. Glenn Miller and his AEF band on 9/18/44. Luftwaffe landed one black Ju88 on 2/16/41 (crew captured, equipment sent to RAE Farnborough for evaluation) Now the area is mainly agricultural land with some building remains, very impressive memorial with propeller.
Originally submitted by Cees Donker (2005-03-15 14:07:45)
Originally submitted by Cees Donker (2005-03-15 14:07:45)