Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Wing Commander

Unit:

No. 70 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

July 7th, 1942

Citation:
"This officer has commanded the squadron since December, 1941. Although operating from a desert airfield, aircraft serviceability of the squadron has been amongst the highest in the Group. Wing Cdr. Simpson has displayed great efficiency both in the air and on the ground.. He has always undertaken his full share of operational flying and, by his skill and leadership, has contributed in a large measure to the outstanding successes obtained. The Air Officer Commanding has, on two occasions, congratulated Wing Cdr. Simpson and the squadron on the marked success of their operations. This officer's example and bearing are reflected in the excellent morale of the ground crews, who, despite many air attacks by the enemy on the landing (?) ground, have remained undaunted. Wing Simpson's resource, initiative and drive are worthy of the highest praise. On the night of March 30th, 1942, he led the squadron in an attack on Derna airfield which was a conspicuous success ."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Wing Commander

Unit:

No. 205 Group, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

January 1st, 1943

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Group Captain

Unit:

No. 205 Group, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

June 8th, 1944

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Air Commodore

Unit:

No. 205 Group, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

January 30th, 1945

"In recognition of valuable services rendered in connection with the war."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Group Captain

Unit:

No. 1668 Heavy Conversion Unit, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

June 12th, 1947