Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Wing Commander

Unit:

No. 107 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

December 19th, 1941

"This officer has performed splendid work whilst commanding the squadron. Attacks on enemy shipping in the Benghazi and Tripoli area have been attended with magnificent results and much of the successes obtained can be attributed to this officer's skill and courage. Wing Commander Barnes has also led attacks on road transports and various targets in Sicily and Italy whereby considerable damage has been inflicted on the enemy. His leadership and personal example, especially during a difficult phase of operations, have had a most beneficial effect on the morale of his flying crews. Wing Commander Barnes has carried out 35 operational missions."