Tribute to the 617 Sqn Dambusters Crew of Lancaster AJ-P by David Pentland. [Original Drawing]

DP0210P. Tribute to the 617 Sqn Dambusters Crew of Lancaster AJ-P by David Pentland.

The image shows Lancaster AJ-P attacking the Mohne dam. Alongside is the portrait of AJ-P pilot Flt Lt H B Martin. This aircraft was the third to attack the Mohne dam, and although the bomb was dropped successfully, it veered to the side of the dam and exploded off target. The aircraft returned safely.

Crew of P for Popsie :

Pilot : Flt Lt H B Martin
Flight Engineer : Plt Off I Whittaker
Navigator : Flt Lt J F Leggo
Wireless Operator : Flg Off L Chambers
Bomb Aimer : Flt Lt R C Hay
Front Gunner : Plt Off B T Foxlee
Rear Gunner : Flt Sgt T D Simpson.

Signed by Squadron Leader George L. Johnson DFM.

Original pencil drawing by David Pentland.

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