Matt Dixon Posted 21 August , 2008 Share Posted 21 August , 2008 Can anyone tell me anything other than what I have below about Lt John Amyan Ludford Champneys? Killed in action 17th June 1918, buried at Marissel National Cemetery, France. Any information especially about the circumstances of his death would be gratefully appreciated. Thanks if you can help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starlight Posted 21 August , 2008 Share Posted 21 August , 2008 According to “Airmen Died in the Great War”, Lt Champneys, (native of Sellindge, Kent) of 73 squadron, was killed in a flying accident whilst in his Sopwith Camel No: C8289 on 17/06/1918. His squadron had moved from Fouquerolles to Planques only five days before his death. Regards Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolphin Posted 22 August , 2008 Share Posted 22 August , 2008 Matt According to The Camel File, C8289 spun into the ground from a low height while 2Lt J A L Champneys was on a practice flight. I hope that this helps you. Gareth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Dixon Posted 22 August , 2008 Author Share Posted 22 August , 2008 Thanks for the information guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fetubi Posted 22 August , 2008 Share Posted 22 August , 2008 Matt, I can only add that he was returning to his airfield when the accident happened, around 3.10pm. Regards, Trevor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
per ardua per mare per terram Posted 22 August , 2008 Share Posted 22 August , 2008 His RAF service record is probably in AIR 76. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Dixon Posted 22 August , 2008 Author Share Posted 22 August , 2008 Thanks to all of you who replied, I will have a look the next time I am at Kew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esskay Posted 23 August , 2008 Share Posted 23 August , 2008 Matt - an internet search brought up this page that gives a lot of family background for young John - hope it's of interest http://homepage.ntlworld.com/trish.dixon/JohnCHAMPNEYS.htm Cheers Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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