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Laing, George Henderson

Nationality:
Canadian (1931-present, Constitutional Monarchy)

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Acting Flight Lieutenant
Unit:
No. 57 Squadron, Royal Air Force
Awarded on:
February 15th, 1944
"One night in December, 1943, this officer was the pilot of an aircraft detailed to attack Berlin. Although engine trouble developed during, the outward journey Flight Lieutenant Laing continued to the target and bombed it. He afterwards flew safely to base although 2 of the aircraft's engines were out of action. Flight Lieutenant Laing has participated in many sorties and has always displayed praiseworthy skill, courage and determination."
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

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