Bomber Command Memorial Register

Vickers Wellington T2834

LincolnshireWellington

North Rauceby, North Kesteven

Comprehensive Record

The Memorial

Type
Stone of remembrance
Inscription
In Memory of Pilot Officer Henry Eric 'harry' Rath R.C.A.F. And Sergeant Karl Morris Miegel R.A.A.F. WHO DIED WHEN THEIR VICKERS WELLINGTON (T2834) CRASHED NEAR HERE IN THE EARLY HOURS OF MONDAY 20th APRIL 1942 MY ROSE The most perfect rose that I ever knew, Began from a seed and gradually grew... That rose is the love that blossomed in me, For someone who died that we may be free How treasured they are Precious memories like those, A priceless gift, my perfect rose. Lillian Brindley

Location

North Rauceby, North Kesteven, Lincolnshire

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Aircraft & Operation Details

Aircraft Type
Wellington
Serial Number
T2834
Date of Loss
1942-04-20

Crew (2 members)

RankNameRoleAgeNationalityFateBurial / Status
Pilot Officer
H E Rath
Unknown
Sergeant
K M Miegel
Unknown

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Sources

IWM War Memorials Register (official_database)
Credits & Acknowledgements
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IWM War Memorials Register
Last updated 2026-04-12

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