Missing RAF pilot found strapped in his sunken Hurricane laid to rest
Squadron Leader George Morley Fidler, an RAF pilot shot down in May 1940, was finally laid to rest 86 years later. His remains were discovered in his sunken Hurricane, buried deep in mud in France. A funeral service was held at the London Cemetery and Extension in Longueval, honoring his service and sacrifice.
- ▪George Morley Fidler was shot down over France during World War II and was believed to be buried in a churchyard.
- ▪His aircraft was discovered in 2023, revealing his remains still strapped in the cockpit.
- ▪A funeral service was held on the anniversary of his death, attended by an RAF chaplain and a bearer party.
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Missing RAF pilot found strapped in his sunken Hurricane laid to rest George Morley Fidler was shot down over France in May 1940 and was believed to lie in a churchyard. Decades on, his aircraft was discovered deep in the mud The funeral ceremony took place at the London Cemetery and Extension in Longueval, northern FranceMICHEL SLOMKA FOR THE TIMES Bill Mouland Tuesday May 19 2026, 7.25pm BST, The Times Listen 0:00 / • 4:40 min Share Share this article Email Twitter Facebook Link Save Prefer us on Google Exactly 86 years to the day since his Hurricane was shot down over France, Squadron Leader George Morley Fidler was finally given a fitting resting place.
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