Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Flight Lieutenant

Unit:

No. 72 (Basutoland) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

October 8th, 1940

Citation:
"Since 31st August, 1940, this officer has destroyed at least six enemy aircraft. One day in September, 1940, he was successful in destroying three enemy aircraft unaided and assisted in the destruction of a fourth. Flight Lieutenant Villa has consistently led his flight, and frequently the squadron, with great dash and eagerness, and has proved a keen fighter and a good leader."

LG 34964/5900.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Flight Lieutenant

Unit:

No. 92 (East India) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

November 26th, 1940

Citation:
"In October, 1940, this officer led his squadron in an attack against an enemy bombing formation attempting a raid on London, and immediately caused the enemy to jettison their bombs and form a defensive circle. He pressed home his attack with great determination and assisted in/the destruction of two Messerschmitt 109's and possibly a further two.
He has shown outstanding powers of leadership,skill and courage and has destroyed a total of 13 hostile aircraft."

Second DFC awarded as a bar.