21 Squadron War Diary
0945 hrs Cuticchio, Sicily
Twelve Baltimores, led by Capt. Stuart took off at 0945 Hrs. and attacked the rail road junction at LAMEZIA. Most bombs were dropped, when bomb fell on Leader opening bomb door, most of the bombs fell one or two miles S.W of the target, some falling across a road. Eight bombs dropped and may have been in target area. Eight bombs held and dropped on Western and S.E side of railroad apex. One direct hit on Western side. Leading Boston Formation seen to hit target. Slight H.A.A experienced, also turn-off on NORTH of LAMEZIA, inaccurate.One F.W 190 seen NORTH of target at 6000’, attacked by escorting Spitfires and driven into cloud. Sortie Report and Crew List.Another rainstorm, this time everyone was ready for it and no tents were blown down. In regard to the unserviceability and condition of our Transport, see attached minute addressed to, Commanding Officer No. 3 Wing.