Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flying Officer

Unit:

No. 145 Squadron, Royal New Zealand Air Forcr

Awarded on:

February 26th, 1943

One day in January, 1943, this officer participated in an engagement against a force of enemy aircraft. During the fight his commanding officer's aircraft developed engine trouble. Flying Officer Hesketh, displaying great determination, covered
the disabled aircraft until its pilot brought it safely down on to the sea. He then attacked the enemy force and shot down 2 aircraft within 2 minutes. Throughout he displayed great courage and tenacity.