James Emannual Skillen

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James Emannual Skillen

Also Known As: "Skillo"
Birthdate:
Birthplace: Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom
Death: May 25, 1942 (23)
Alice Springs, NT, Australia (Plane Crash)
Place of Burial: Alice Springs, NT, Australia
Immediate Family:

Son of William Skillen and Ellen Skillen
Ex-husband of Bessie Pauline Ellis

Managed by: Robyn Leslie Agnello (Ellis)
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About James Emannual Skillen

Leading Aircraftsman James Emannuel Skillen of Air Force Headquarters (2669)

He was killed when VH-CCA 2062 Douglas C-39-DO, #38-505, 21st Troop Carrier Squadron crashed after take off.

LAC Skillen had received a telegram from his wife on 23 May 1942 at approximately 4 pm stating that she was seriously ill in hospital. LAC Skillen was granted leave to travel to Sydney to visit his sick wife.

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James Emannual Skillen's Timeline

1918
June 16, 1918
Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom
1942
May 25, 1942
Age 23
Alice Springs, NT, Australia
May 26, 1942
Age 23
Alice Springs Millitary Cemetery, Alice Springs, NT, Australia