Jean de Selys Longchamps
Belgian fighter pilot (1912-1943) · Belgium · On the map · Died at 31
Baron Jean Michel P.M.G. de Selys Longchamps DFC was a Belgian aristocrat and RAF fighter pilot during World War II. He is chiefly known for his single-handed attack on the Gestapo headquarters in Brussels in German-occupied Belgium.
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Bust of Selys Longchamps in front of his target, the former Gestapo headquarters, looking up along his attack path. The Hawker Typhoon figure shows the distinctive cannon.
Estimated path of Selys Longchamps' strafing run.
Hawker Typhoon of a type similar to the one used in the attack
Commemorative plaque affixed to the target building, showing de Selys Longschamps' military rank of Captain (Belgian Army) and Flying officer (Royal Air Force).Awards
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Belgium
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1912 to 1943 · aged 31