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Hughes, James Roland

Date of birth:
1921
Nationality:
Canadian (1931-present, Constitutional Monarchy)

Biography

James Roland Hughes enlisted into the RCAF on July 11th, 1941. On July 3rd, 1942 he graduated as a pilot at the No. 9 Service Flying Training School.
He served with No. 254 Squadron and No. 404 Squadron, Bomber Command.

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Flying Officer
Unit:
No. 254 Squadron, Royal Air Force
Awarded on:
March 28th, 1944
Citation:
"This officer has participated in very many sorties including several successful attacks on shipping. In March 1944, he took part in a sortie during which a merchantman was attacked with good results. The next day he led a flight in another attack on shipping. By his great skill and superb leadership Flying Officer Hughes played a good part in the success achieved. This officer has invariably displayed a high degree of courage and determination."
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Flight Lieutenant
Unit:
No. 254 Squadron, Royal Air Force
Awarded on:
April 28th, 1944
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
Citation:
"Flying Officer Hughes and Flying Officer Benneworth have flown together as pilot and navigator respectively for more than a year. Both have displayed great skill and determination in their operational missions. One night recently these officers attacked a large and heavily escorted convoy. One of the ships was seen to explode and catch fire and the aircraft was hit by opposing fire and one of the engines failed but these officers skilfully flew back to base where an emergency landing was made."

Second DFC received in the form of a bar, to be worn on the ribbon of the first DFC.

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