Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Squadron Leader

Unit:

No. 129 (Mysore) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

May 22nd, 1942

"This officer is a squadron commander of outstanding merit. He has participated in a large number of sorties against 'the enemy with success. During the period he has acted as flight or squadron commander, his unit has destroyed at least 17 hostile aircratt. Squadron Leader Thomas has at all times displayed great skill, sound judgment and reliability."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Squadron Leader

Unit:

No. 129 (Mysore) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

September 11th, 1942

Awarded for:

Operation Jubilee

Since being awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross this officer has completed many sorties over enemy territory. He is a fine leader and a tenacious fighter. In June, 1942, whilst escorting a force of bombers from an attack on Le Havre,his skilful tactics frustrated the efforts of 12 Focke Wulfe 190s to engage the bombers. In the ensuing engagement, 3 of the enemy's aircraft were destroyed without loss. In August, 1942, he led a daring and determined attack on a number of enemy float planes which were destroyed despite the presence of enemy fighters. The next day, in low-level attacks on certain positions during the combined operations on Dieppe, Squadron Leader Thomas's magnificent work won the admiration of the attacking forces. This officer is an outstanding squadron commander, whose great skill and faultless judgment have contributed materially to the many successes achieved by his squadron."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)