The society was recently approached for information regarding the crash of a B-17. The site had previously been investigated by the societies co founders David and Melvin during the late 70s and early 80s. Further research into the incident has revealed the bravery of the pilot 1st Lt. Don DeLisle on this, and a previous occasion, in saving his fellow crew members, first from a successful ditching in the Channel, and sadly loosing his life staying at the controls of a second B-17, long enough for the rest of his crew to bale out safely, but tragically not able to leave the stricken aircraft in time for his chute to open. A page of remembrance is under construction so please watch out for this and the compelling story of this tragedy. Further details of the proposed memorial will be added soon. Anyone wishing to contribute to this proposed memorial, can do so through our donations page.

Photo below - An unidentified crew seen here with the 91st Bomb Group B-17 The Liberty Belle, it was this aircraft that Don DeLisel was forced to ditch in the Channel.