Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife - Warden Service, Maine
End of Watch Monday, August 27, 1956
Add to My HeroesGeorge E. Townsend
Game Warden Pilot George Townsend was killed when the plane he was piloting crashed into Maranacook Lake shortly after taking off from its base in nearby Tallwood.
Warden Townsend and a Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife biologist were conducting a moose survey. As soon as the plane took off, it fell into the water. The airplane turned upside down, submerging the cabin underwater. Both men were killed instantly.
Warden Townsend was a United States Navy WWII veteran and served with the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife - Warden Service for 11 years. He was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsWarden Townsend, it has been 65 years since you were taken from us. Northern New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your military and 11 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Maine..
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
August 27, 2024
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