A DUTCH researcher who is investigating a Second World War crash in which a 20-year-old Sale airman died is trying to trace the man’s family.
Richard van de Velde is studying an incident in which an RAF bomber came down on August 28, 1942, near the town of Beusichem.
The crew of seven from 15 Squadron were all killed, including Sgt Marcus Burtt, the son of Victor and May, of Sale. He was a member of Sale Football Club (Sale RUFC) and is listed on their war memorial, pictured.
Anyone who has details about Marcus Burtt can contact Richard at r.velde@hetnet.nl or write to: Bernhardlaan 7, 4112KH, Beusichem.
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