Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Pilot Officer

Unit:

No. 110 (Hyderabad) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

June 6th, 1941

Recommendation dated 29th April 1941:
"Pilot Officer Parry has been carrying out operational flying by day and night in no. 110 (Hyderabad) Squadron since 19th July 1940. He is an extremely reliable pilot and he carries out his operational tasks in a resolute manner and with conspicuous success. Two thirds of his operational flying has been carried out on the same aircraft without sustaining any damage whatsoever by faulty handling, although the aircraft on many occasions has been badly hit by enemy fire. By his resolve and cheerful bearing, this volunteer reserve officer has been an example and inspiration to the other pilots in his Squadron and I can not speak to highly of his services. I recommend him in the strongest possible terms for the award for which he is now recommended for the second time."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flight Lieutenant

Unit:

No. 105 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

September 22nd, 1942

Recommendation dated 28th August 1942:
On the 25th August F/Lt Parry was detailed to attack Knepsack (Cologne) power station in daylight. The weather conditions at the time were almost clear sky, good visibility though some haze near the ground. The attack had to be made from low level to ensure sufficiently accurate bombing of the comparatively small target. In view of this it was decided that the whole operation should be carried out at low level.
F/Lt Parry led two other aircraft which were detailed to attack targets in the same locality. One of these aircraft failed to return whilst the other attacked an alternative.
Due partly to ground haze and partly a large number of insects sticking to the windscreen the pilots view ahead was restricted and conditions for low level flying were not easy. In spite of these difficulties and with the full knowledge that his reception from ground defences would be severe, the target was attacked with great determination and in the face of intense A.A, fire direct hits were scored. F/Lt Parry has now carried out 10 operational sorties during this, his second tour. Previously he had completed 43 sorties during his first tour for which he was given a non immediate award of the DFC. he has always displayed the greatest courage and Initiative.
I strongly recommend the Immediate award of a Bar to the DFC."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Squadron Leader

Unit:

No. 105 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

October 20th, 1942

Recommendation dated 2nd October 1942:
"On September 25th Squadron Leader Parry was detailed to lead 4 aircraft to attack the Gestapo Headquarters of the Quisling rally in Oslo Norway. It was a flight that required good leadership determination and accurate flying.
Press reports and photographs have shown that the raid was a great success. The flight and actual attack was carried out from very low level, actually 660 miles had to be flown before the target was reached.
Squadron Leader Parry led his flight straight at the target and himself scored direct hits on the centre building. Over the target the formation was attacked by 3 F.W. 190’s but in spite of this the attack was pressed home and by skilful flying and good evasive action the fighters were forced to break off the combat about 30 miles from the target.
It was a difficult mission to bomb one set of buildings from roof-top height in the capital city of Norway but owing to the good and skilful leadership of this Officer it was carried out exactly to plan.
Squadron Leader Parry has now completed 60 Operational flights and is a pilot of outstanding ability.
Officer Commanding Comments.
Strongly recommended for the award of the Distinguished Service Order. This operation was led with determination and efficiency, despite attacks by enemy aircraft on the run up to the target. Apart from this individual incident, Squadron Leader Parry has invariably shown determination on many sorties since Mosquitos commenced operations and he has been instrumental in maintaining a high standard of moral in the Squadron during a difficult period."

Citation:
"On 25th September, 1942, this officer led a formation of bombers detailed to attack the Gestapo Headquarters on the occasion of the Quisling Rally at Oslo. On reaching the city, Squadron Leader Parry vigorously attacked his objective from rooftop height and obtained hits on the centre of the buildings despite interference by enemy fighters. Throughout the flight, which demanded a high degree of skill, Squadron Leader Parry displayed great leadership."

Rank:

Wing Commander

Awarded on:

January 1st, 1976

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Awarded on:

1953