Dance, Albert Vincent
- Service number:
- 6018787
- Nationality:
- British
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Distinguished Flying Medal (DFM)
- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Staff Sergeant
- Unit:
- Glider Pilot Regiment, 1st Airborne Division, British Army
- Awarded on:
- April 11th, 1946
- Awarded for:
- Operation Market Garden
"This NCO has taken part in three airborne operations and on each occassion has landed his glider safely and got his load into action. In every action, he has displayed marked flying skill, often under the most difficult conditions. His determination and gallantry has been an inspiration to his fellow gilder pilots."
Sources
- - Supplement to The London Gazette Issue 37528 published on the 9 April 1946
- WW2Talk
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