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Mann, Jack "Jackie"

Date of birth:
June 11th, 1914 (Northampton, United Kingdom)
Date of death:
November 11th, 1995
Service number:
127025
Nationality:
British (1801-present, Kingdom)

Biography

Jack Mann was wounded multiple times during WW2.

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Sergeant
Unit:
No. 91 (Nigeria) Squadron, Royal Air Force
Awarded on:
April 25th, 1941
"This airman has displayed great keenness in his many operations against the enemy and has destroyed at least four of their aircraft. His enthusiasm and fighting spirit have been outstanding and this was particularly displayed on one occasion when, during a patrol, his aircraft was severely damaged through enemy action. With great presence of mind, and despite his aircraft being uncontrollable at the time, he warned his flight commander by radio telephone of the danger from a rear attack by enemy aircraft and almost certainly saved the commander from being shot down. "
Distinguished Flying Medal (DFM)
Period:
After War Period (1945-now)
Awarded on:
December 31st, 1991
"For courage and fortitude while held hostage in the Lebanon."
Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)

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