Tribute to the 617 Sqn Dambusters Crew of Lancaster AJ-N by David Pentland. (P)

DP0203P. Tribute to the 617 Sqn Dambusters Crew of Lancaster AJ-N by David Pentland.

The image shows Lancaster AJ-N pulling away after its successful breach of the Eder dam. Alongside is the portrait of AJ-N pilot Plt Off L J Knight. This aircraft was the third aircraft to make the tricky attack on the Eder dam. Despite the approach being made difficult by the terrain, AJ-N successfully breached the Eder dam with its bomb, and returned home safely.

Crew of N for Nan :

Pilot : Plt Off L J Knight
Flight Engineer : Sgt R E Grayston
Navigator : Flg Off H S Hobday
Wireless Operator : Flt Sgt R G T Kellow
Bomb Aimer : Flg Off E C Johnson
Front Gunner : Sgt F E Sutherland
Rear Gunner : Sgt H E O'Brien.

Signed by Squadron Leader George L. Johnson DFM.

Original pencil drawing by David Pentland.

Paper size 17 inches x 12 inches (43cm x 31cm)