Recorded interview with Squadron Leader Ken Painter, 10 September 2012

Ken Painter flew Beaufighters with 47 Squadron in the Mediterranean before being shot down and taken prisoner. He comments on various aspects of Beaufighter operations and life as a prisoner.

Ken Painter explains how he flew Beaufighters with 47 Squadron in the Mediterranean in 1942. He tells the story of how he shot down a Junkers 52 aircraft and torpedoed a ship and, after threats of court martial, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. He later ditched at sea and was taken prisoner. He describes life as a prisoner-of-war, comments on escape attempts and gives his views on the Beaufighter.