Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Wing Commander

Unit:

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

Awarded on:

May 1st, 1945

"This officer has completed numerous sorties against a variety of heavily defended targets and has invariably pressed home his attacks with great resolution. On one occasion, when attacking Bottrop, despite the failure of one engine, he completed a successful attack and also obtained a valuable photograph. Wing Commander Black has set a fine example to the squadron he commands and his leadership and courage have been outstanding."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Squadron Leader

Unit:

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

Awarded on:

September 12th, 1947

With silver star