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Anthony, Roy Frederick

Date of birth:
1920 (Hamilton/Ontario, Canada)
Nationality:
Canadian

Biography

Service number J85881.

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Acting Flying Officer
Unit:
No. 432 (Leaside) Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force
Awarded on:
November 17th, 1944
Recommendation:
"Flying Officer Anthony has completed a large number of operational sorties. At all times he has proven himself an extremely capable pilot, displaying the utmost keenness and efficiency in his duties which contributed much to the success attained by his crew. Out of thirty-five sorties, only twice has he failed to bomb his target and that was due to engine failure.

For his fine record and determination to carry out his missions successfully, this officer is recommended for the Distinguished Flying Cross."
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

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