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RAAF C-47 CRASH ARCHERFIELD 1943 .... IP: 58.104.166.55 Posted on 2/8/2025 at 07:00:03 AM by Lance Haslewood
I recently received this email from author, Andrew Johnston, who is seeking information the 1943 crash of a C47 at Archerfield. Please contact Andrew if you can assist.
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Subject: RAAF C-47 CRASH ARCHERFIELD 1943
Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2025 03:31:46 +0000
From: Andrew Johnston <andrewjohnstonbooks@outlook.com>
To: webmaster@airmanaircrew.com.au <webmaster@airmanaircrew.com.au>
To whom it may concern.
I found your website and thought you might be able to help or put me in contact with 36 Sqn Association Queensland re my below query.
Thanks
Andrew Johnston
From: Andrew Johnston
Sent: Friday, 1 August 2025 12:58 PM
To: afhq.comm@defence.gov.au <afhq.comm@defence.gov.au>
Subject: RAAF C-47 Crash Archerfield 1943
To whom this may concern ....
I hope this message finds you well. My name is Andrew Johnston from Brisbane. I am currently undertaking a non-fiction book project exploring the 27 March 1943 crash of the RAAF C-47 aircraft at Archerfield resulting in the death of 23 victims and its broader historical context for Australian aviation history. As part of this work, I’m seeking assistance from members or historians associated with No. 36 Squadron to help shed light on Squadron involvement—particularly around the commemorative service held at Archerfield in 2001.
The purpose of the book is to honour the lives lost and ensure the story is told with accuracy and respect. I believe that contributions from those connected to 36 Sqn, whether firsthand recollections or archival material, could deeply enrich the narrative—especially regarding how the squadron marked that significant anniversary.
If there are relevant photographs, records, or personnel who might be willing to share their insights, I’d be grateful for any guidance or introductions you could offer.
Thank you for considering this request.
Warm regards,
Andrew
https://www.andrewjohnstonbooks.com
Andrew Johnston -author | Australian Military Books
Andrew Johnston is an Australian author with a passion for uncovering the untold stories of military history. After a distinguished two-decade career as a soldier, Andrew turned his attention to writing, blending his military experience with meticulous research to bring forgotten events to life. His writing to date includes The Forgotten Rising Sons delving into the 1945 Kapooka tragedy and ...
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