Truro Cornwall England
My cousin is Sq. Ldr Brian John Edward Lane DFC 19 Squadron Fighter Command shot down over the North Sea on 13th December 1942 his body was never recovered. I have written his biography including that of his wife Eileen - sadly not for publication - but simply my legacy to my grandchildren. I am fortunate to have a copy of his book Spitfire The Experience of a Battle of Britain Fighter Pilot first issue 1942. My latest acquisition is a copy of his Log Books providing a daily insight into his relatively short time in the RAF. I am convinced he would have contributed very much more to the war effort and moved on to greater things had he survived the war. Not a high scorer but very much respected, trusted and loved by everyone who knew him. God bless you Brian RIP
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