Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Sergeant

Awarded on:

September 13th, 1940

"In August, 1940, whilst on an offensive patrol, Sergeant Hamlyn attacked and destroyed one Junkers 88, and one Messerschmitt 109. A few hours later he engaged a Messerschmitt 109, chased it across the English Channel and finally shot it down over Calais where it crashed in flames. Shortly afterwards he attacked and destroyed two further enemy aircraft, thus making a total of five in one day. Altogether this airman pilot has personally destroyed at least seven enemy aircraft. He has displayed great courage and good marksmanship."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flight Lieutenant

Unit:

No. 276 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

January 1st, 1943

"For his work on air-sea rescue."