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Ludwig and his WOpt./AG Hannes Forke.

Ludwig sat on the wheel of Halifax W7851 (TL-Y) of 35 Squadron which he shot down on March 8/9, 1943.

Hannes Forke is examining the wreckage of Whitley Z6575 of 58 Squadron which was the crew's first victory. This aircraft was shot down over Hamburg, two crew were killed including F/Sgt. McKay, RCAF and three others were taken prisoner.

The crew's first two victories are painted on the fin of his ßf 110. (Nov. 30, 1941)

Ludwig in the driving seat.
This is Hans Forke's photo of Ludwig Meister, taken during daytime as they were flying from Belgium to Norway to escort some German ships.