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Bailey, John Calder

Date of birth:
1920 (Saskatoon/Saskatchewan, Canada)
Service number:
R107483
Nationality:
Canadian (1931-present, Constitutional Monarchy)

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Sergeant
Unit:
No. 622 Squadron, Royal Air Force
Awarded on:
August 31st, 1943
Citation:
"This airman was the bomb aimer of an aircraft which attacked Berlin one night in August 1943. When leaving the target area a fighter was encountered and in the subsequent action the bomber sustained much damage and its pilot was seriously wounded. He endeavoured to regain control but slumped over the control column and had to be assisted from his seat. The aircraft lost considerable height and one of its engines was out of action. Displaying rare coolness, Sergeant Bailey took over the controls and flew the aircraft to an airfield in this country. Although he had never attempted to land a heavy bomber before, he succeeded in making a masterly landing. This airman displayed great skill and resource and was undoubtedly responsible for the safe return of the aircraft and his crew."
Conspicuous Gallantry Medal (CGM)

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