Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flying Officer

Unit:

No. 218 (Gold Coast) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

December 29th, 1943

Citation:
"July 1942 when returning from attack Dusseldorf, aircraft attacked by three enemy fighters, but by skilful evasive tactics brought aircraft back base undamaged. Again September despite intense anti-aircraft fire flew over target area 25 minutes ensure correct aiming point. Throughout operational career has shown great determination fine qualities leadership which have been excellent example to all."

Posthumously awarded

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)