Last sighted by 1Lt. Loren E. Hubbell at approximately 50\u00b052’N – 06\u00b0-59’E at approximately 22000 feet and approximately 2000 feet beneath formation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
No fighter opposition. Moderate to intense, accurate anti-aircraft fire tracking formation visually in Cologne Area. Subject aircraft was hit by this flak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hit in No. 1 and No. 2 engines by flak about two minutes before bombs away. Engines appeared to be burning. Lost altitude apparently under control. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
One chute observed at approximately 20000 feet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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