Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Sergeant

Unit:

No. 101 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

June 1st, 1945

Citation:
"Sergeant Wheeler was flight engineer in an aircraft detailed to attack the heavily defended target of Bremen hi March, 1945. Whilst over the target area the aircraft was hit and damaged by enemy fire. Sergeant Wheeler was seriously wounded in the thigh. Although in great pain this resolute airman concealed the fact until well clear of the target. After receiving attention, Sergeant Wheeler insisted on being allowed to carry on with his duties. Two of the starboard engines had sustained slight damage but so well did this engineer fulfil his tasks that his captain was enabled to have full use of the four engines throughout the homeward flight. In spite of much physical distress, Sergeant Wheeler displayed outstanding devotion to duty, setting a splendid example to all. This airman has completed a large number of sorties and has invariably displayed a high degree of skill."