Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Flying Officer

Unit:

No. 192 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

January 19th, 1945

Citation:
"Throughout his tour of operational duty this officer has shown high courage and keen determination. His fine fighting spirit and enthusiasm to operate against the enemy have been most praiseworthy. When returning from an attack against Brunswick in August 1944, his aircraft was damaged by anti-aircraft fire. It was then illuminated by searchlights and attacked by enemy fighters. The rear gunner was wounded, the rear turret wan rendered unserviceable and the port main plane petrol tanks and undercarriage were damaged. Despite the resultant difficulties further attacks were frustrated. Although Flying Officer Walsh was slightly wounded he flew his aircraft back safely and accomplished a masterly landing."

Award presented at Government House, 7 November 1949.