Milne, Richard Maxwell "Dickie"

Date of birth:: July 8th, 1919 (Edinburgh, Scotland)
Nationality:: British

Biography

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Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: Flying Officer
Unit:: No. 151 Squadron, Royal Air Force
Awarded on:: August 30th, 1940

"Flying Officer Milne has personally destroyed seven enemy aircraft, and seriously damaged a number of others. He has led his section throughout with skill and courage, and has set an example to other members of the squadron."

Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: Acting Squadron Leader
Unit:: No. 92 (East India) Squadron, Royal Air Force
Awarded on:: November 11th, 1941

"Since assuming command in September 1941, this officer has led the squadron on 19 offensive operations over enemy territory In the course of these operations, Squadron Leader Milne has destroyed at least 3 and damaged 2 enemy aircraft, bringing his total victories to 11 destroyed, 2 probably destroyed and 11 damaged. His leadership has been characterised by dash and good judgment."

Second DFC received as bar

Flying Badge

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)