Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Wing Commander

Unit:

No. 131 (County of Kent) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

September 11th, 1942

Awarded for:

Operation Jubilee

"Within the past 3 months, this officer has participated in 38 operational missions, including shipping reconnaissances. During the combined operations at Dieppe on the 19th August, 1942, he displayed great keenness and a fine fighting spirit. In the evening, when the enemy attempted an air attack in the vicinity of one of our aerodromes, they were intercepted by the squadron led by Wing Commander Pedley; at least 2 enemy bombers were destroyed. This officer, is a squadron commander of outstanding ability."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Group Captain

Awarded on:

March 13th, 1945

"This officer has completed much operational flying. During the fighting in Tunisia, Group Captain Pedley participated in very many sorties and shot down 2 enemy aircraft. Throughout these operations he displayed the highest qualities of determination and devotion to duty. In later operations, Group Captain Pedley has commanded large formations of aircraft with conspicuous success. His leadership has been of a high order and his undoubted ability has been well reflected in the success of the formations under his command."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Group Captain

Awarded on:

March 15th, 1946

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

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)