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June 12, 1943

Soliman

0945
12 Baltimores led by Capt. STUART, using 250 lb. bombs with extension rods took off to bomb the harbour and town of LAMPEDUSA Island. The target was attacked in 2 boxes of six. The leading box straddled N.E. part of village towards landing ground. Some bombs fell on the L.G. No. 2 box straddled W. part of village. No A.A. or enemy fighters. Saw seven of our invasion ships, 11 miles S.E. of Island.
Oprep. No. 314 Sortie Report & Crew List
LAMPEDUSA Island surrendered.

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