McNab, Ernest Archibald

Date of birth:: March 7th, 1906 (Rosthern, Canada)
Date of death:: January 10th, 1977
Service number:: C134
Nationality:: Canadian

Biography

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Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: Squadron Leader
Unit:: No. 1 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force
Awarded on:: October 22nd, 1940

"Squadron Leader McNab has led his squadron with great success. At least twenty-three enemy aircraft have been destroyed by the squadron. This officer has destroyed four of these."

Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: Group Captain
Awarded on:: June 13th, 1946

"This officer proceeded overseas as the Commanding Officer of Canada's first fighter squadron in 1940. He commanded and led his squadron in the air during the Battle of Britain and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross in recognition of his gallantry. His efforts during this period did much to enhance the prestige of Canadians in England. After returning to Canada for a short period he again proceeded overseas where he commanded the Station and fighter sector at Digby. The operations which he directed and controlled whilst sector commander were instrumental in advancing the Allied cause to a very marked degree. His fine personal example, cheerful disposition and calm judgement were at all times an inspiration to those under him. On his return to Canada he was posted as Senior Air Staff Officer to Western Air Command where he has continued to discharge his responsibilities with the same high purpose which characterized his efforts overseas."