Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Squadron Leader

Unit:

No. 88 (Hong Kong) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

October 27th, 1942

Awarded for:

Operation Jubilee

“In the combined operations at Dieppe on August 19th, 1942, this officer led a formation of six aircraft. When nearing its target, the formation was attacked by a much superior number of enemy fighters. In the combat which ensued, Squadron Leader Griffiths led his formation brilliantly, and due to his tactical skill considerable damage was inflicted on the attacking aircraft and one was probably destroyed.”

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)