Historical Events tagged with "blackburn beverley"
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Accidents & Tragedies
Blackburn Beverley Crash in Sutton Wick
March 5th, 1957 68 years ago
A Blackburn Beverley transport aircraft crashed in the village of Sutton Wick, Berkshire, resulting in the deaths of most crew members and passengers along with two local residents. The aircraft, belonging to 53 Squadron of the Royal Air Force, encountered difficulties during its flight, leading to the catastrophic incident. The impact of the crash was felt deeply within the small community, as it tragically took the lives of individuals both in the air and on the ground, marking a somber moment in local memory.
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