Stowell, Robert Arthur Terence
- Service number:
- 26019
- Nationality:
- British
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Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Wing Commander
- Awarded on:
- October 10th, 1940
"Since the outbreak of war with Italy Wing Cdr. Stowell has led his squadron against the enemy on 38 occasions, often attacking his objectives after having forced his way past superior numbers of enemy fighters. His leadership has inspired his squadron with high morale, and he has shown exceptional valour, courage and devotion to duty."
- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Group Captain
- Unit:
- Royal Air Force
- Awarded on:
- January 1st, 1946
1946 New Year Honours
Bronze Star Medal (BSM)
- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Group Captain
- Unit:
- Royal Air Force
- Awarded on:
- November 19th, 1946
- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
Sources
- - https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/37407/page/34/data.pdf
- https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/37791/supplement/5673/data.pdf
- Flight Magazine, October 19th, 1940
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