Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flying Officer

Unit:

No. 225 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

January 30th, 1945

"This officer has completed numerous sorties and throughout has displayed the greatest determination and devotion to duty. On a recent occasion he was detailed to reconnoitre and then direct artillery fire against two heavy anti-aircraft gun positions in the Bologna area. Whilst over the target considerable anti-aircraft fire was directed at his aircraft. In spite of this Flying Officer Simpson remained over the target ior some time. As a result of his excellent directions our batteries were enabled to register on the gun positions with accuracy. Although his aircraft had been hit several times by anti-aircraft fire, Flying Officer Simpson flew safely to base. This officer set a fine example of courage and tenacity."

Rank:

Flight Lieutenant

Awarded on:

June 29th, 1948

For distinguished service in Palestine.

Rank:

Flight Lieutenant

Awarded on:

June 7th, 1951

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)