Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flight Sergeant

Unit:

No. 239 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

August 29th, 1944

Citation:
"As pilot and observer respectively, this officer and airman have proved themselves to be highly skilled and resolute members of aircraft crew.
They have completed numerous sorties and have destroyed 4 enemy aircraft at night. In the last of these fights, Flight Lieutenant Bridges pressed home his attack from close range. Following his accurate bursts of fire the enemy machine exploded in the air. The British aircraft was struck by flying debris. One engine caught fire and the aircraft temporarily went out of control. With great presence of mind, Flight Sergeant Webb feathered the burning engine whilst his pilot fought to regain control. Considerable height was lost before Flight Lieutenant Bridges succeeded in getting the aircraft on an even keel. Although one engine was useless he flew the aircraft to base.
This officer and airman have invariably displayed commendable coolness and courage."

The DFC was awarded to
Flight Lieutenant Vivian Bridges.