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Sgt Paul A. Hagmann graduated from Redlands High School in 1930.

T/Sgt Gerald D. Mason, 17034081, member of crew of A/C #878, reports: "The B-24D 232, piloted by Lt O´Neill, swung over behind us, slightly to the right, and about 5:30 high. They dropped their bombs on the swing. This was just over the target at about 1225 hours, altitude 21,000 feet. The A/C appeared to be hit by flak or bombs from the A/C in the formation above. The right wing came off at #4 engine. The ship went into a spin, caught on fire, and crashed. No parachutes were seen."

Statement from 1st Lt Keith Cookus, O-675040: "At the target, A/C #232 was hit by bombs from a B-24 above. The right wing tip was knocked off and the A/C burst into flames. The tail was also knocked off. A/C spiraled down, flaming. No parachutes were seen."

1st Lt Samuel D. Williams, O-524481, relates: "Over the target, at about 1225 hours, the B-24D A/C #232 was hit by flak which knocked the right wing off on the inboard engine. Two parachutes were seen to open. The A/C went into a flat spin and burst into flames."

The body of Sgt Hagmannn was found at the crash point on 20 December. The crash was not reported before this date. Sgt Hagmann was initially buried at Post Cemetery, Wittmund, grave #165..