Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Pilot Officer

Unit:

No. 233 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

May 31st, 1940

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flight Lieutenant

Awarded on:

June 11th, 1942

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Squadron Leader

Unit:

No. 236 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

September 19th, 1944

"In July, 1944, this officer took part in an attack on an enemy convoy during which 4 ships were set on fire. By his gallant and skilful leadership, Squadron Leader Tacon contributed in a large way to the success achieved. His resolute example in the face of heavy opposing fire proved greatly inspiring."

Awarded as bar on the ribbon of the first medal.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Squadron Leader

Unit:

No. 236 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

October 1st, 1944

"In August, 1944, Wing Commander Tacon led a force of aircraft in an attack on the harbour of Le Verdon. A very heavy barrage of anti-aircraft fire from the enemy ships and ground defences was encountered and after the attack four of our aircraft were severely damaged.-Wing Commander Taoon directed one aircraft to alight on the sea near a naval force in the vicinity and then proceeded to an advanced base in France where he supervised the landing of the remaining three aircraft. He displayed outstanding qualities of resourceful leadership and great devotion to duty. Two destroyers were set on fire and seriously damaged during this action."

Rank:

Acting Wing Commander

Awarded on:

June 12th, 1947

"For services in connection with Their Majesties' visit to the Union of South Africa, Southern Rhodesia and other territories in Africa."

Rank:

Wing Commander

Awarded on:

June 10th, 1954

Awarded as bar on the ribbon of the first medal.

Rank:

Group Captain

Awarded on:

June 13th, 1959

With clasp "Cyprus"

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

With clasp "Air Crew Europe"

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)