was in the position and condition
that I'd originally observed it.
The behaviour of the light repeated
the same pattern as previously as
I continued into enemy territory.
The light burned a strong steady
orange red glow and when alongside
the aircraft illuminated quite brightly
the whole plane. I could observe nothing
to which the light was attached nor
could I determine what created it.
During the time the light was with me
I received no attention from antiaircraft
guns. One other New Zealander was with
73 Squadron at this time and could verify
these remarks. He is
and
was in the Wairarapa Province when I last
heard of him. As several 73 Squadron
pilots at this period experienced this, and
all handed in reports to intelligence, it is
possible there may have been an official
explanation. Perhaps R.A.F. Air Ministry
may have information that might be
relevant in aiding your investigation,
the result of which may solve my own
experience.
yours sincerely