Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flight Sergeant

Unit:

No. 419 (Moose) Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force

Awarded on:

November 3rd, 1944

"As rear gunner Flight Sergeant Vince has participated in very many sorties. He has displayed great skill and coolness and, when necessary, has defended his aircraft with resolution. On one occasion during an operation against Sterkrade his aircraft was intercepted by a fighter. In the ensuing engagement Flight Sergeant Vince used his guns to good effect. Although his own aircraft sustained damage he shot down the attacker. Some time later, on the flight home, several more attacks from enemy fighters were experienced, but this rear gunner's vigilance and skilful combat manoeuvres enabled his captain to evade the enemy aircraft. Flight Sergeant Vince has displayed outstanding devotion to duty."