Bazalgette, Ian Willoughby b. October 19, 1918 d. August 4, 1944 World War II Victoria Cross Recipient. On August 4, 1944, Squadron Leader Bazalgette was "Master bomber" of a Pathfinder Squadron detailed to mark an important target for the main bomber force. When nearing the target his Lancaster was seriously damaged and set on fire by anti-aircraft fire; the bomb aimer was badly wounded. As the deputy "Master bomber" had already been shot down, the success of the attack depended on Squadron Leader Bazalgette who despite appalling conditions in his burning...[Read More] Senantes Churchyard, Senantes, Departement de l'Oise, Picardie, France
b. October 19, 1918 d. August 4, 1944