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APRIL, IO, igig m HTI HONOURS IT was announced in the Loitdon Gazette on April 5 that the King has been pleased to confer the following rewards on officers and other ranks of the Royal Air Force in recognition of gallantry in flying operations against the enemy :— The Distinguished Service Order. Capt. (A. Maj.) F. L. Robinson, M.C. (R. Innis. Fus.). (Mesopotamia).— A very gallant and able squadron commander, who, by his fine leadership and personal example, has raised high the moral of his command. By his untiring energy he has rendered most valuable service on reconnaissance duty and bombing raids. (M.C. gazetted Sept. 6, 1915.) Bar to the D.F.C. Capt. R. D. Simpson, D.F.C. (A.S.C.) (Mesopotamia).—An officer con spicuous for his gallantry and devotion to duty. He has rendered excep tionally valuable service when on contact patrol with cavalry, furnishing most important information. He has carried out numerous bombing raids at low altitudes under heavy hostile fire. (D.F.C. gazetted Jan. 1, 1919.) Distinguished Flying Cross. Lieut. J. L. W. Bacon (Ches. R.) (Mesopotamia).—During the last part of the operations this officer displayed marked gallantry and determination, never hesitating to descend to a low height to locate the position of our troops, frequently in face of severe hostile fire. On one occasion he carried out four bombing raids in one day on an objective 70 miles distant. Lieut. (A. Capt.) E. M. Coles (France).—This officer has taken part in over 100 successful bombing raids, and has carried out most valuable photo- Sraphic and reconnaissance work. He has also crashed two enemy aircraft. At all times he displays conspicuous gallantry and an utter disregard of danger. Sec. Lieut. (Hon. Capt.) H. W. Deacon (R. Arty.) (Mesopotamia).—This officer has shown marked courage and devotion to duty in carrying out recon naissances of our advanced positions and those of the enemy, often under heavy fire. His reports have invariably been most accurate and detailed, containing most valuable information. Lieut. (A. Capt.) G. Jones (Australian F.C.) (France).—A most daring and gallant leader in aerial fighting, in which he has destroyed seven enemy air craft. Capt. Jones has always displayed marked ability in all his duties. Lieut. (A. Capt.) A. MacGregor (Arg. and Suth'd Highrs.) (France).— This officer has accounted for five enemy aircraft and has proved himself an •xceptionally capable leader of patrols, notably on Aug. 14, when his for mation of five machines was attacked by eight enemy aircraft. By his skilful leadership five of the latter were brought down without his own for mation sustaining a single casualty. Sec. Lieut. G. R. Moffoot (Murmansk) and Sec. Lieut. R. B. Gordon (Murmansk).—These officers displayed conspicuous gallantry in a recent bombing raid. While so engaged their engine was hit, and the machine eventually crashed. Climbing out, they removed the Lewis gun and set fire to the machine. Before they could make sure that the machine was fully alight they heard parties of the enemy approaching, and they escaped into the woods. After wandering about for two days they met a friendly hunter, who conducted them to our outposts. On reaching our lines these officers had to be admitted to hospital suffering from frost-bitten feet. A tine example of courage and determination. Capt. (A. Maj.) F. S. Moller, M.C. (Murmansk).—A wing commander of outstanding merit, who, by his finejeadership, personal disregard of danger, and splendid example, has, since he Took over the command of his wing (com posed of one British and two Russian squadrons) worked marvels in raising its morale and efficiency. His personal influence was very marked on a recent occasion when, owing to heavy casualties, the morale of the pilots had suffered he took charge, and by his fine example and leadership restored confidence, and successfully reduced the enemy's artillery fire. (M.C. gazetted Nov. 14, 1916). Lieut. (A. Capt.) A. Newman, M.C. (4th Battn. Essex R., T.F.) (France).— A gallant and determined officer who has carried out over 100 most successful bombing raids, frequently in face of severe hostile fire. He has also destroyed two enemy aircraft and rendered valuable service on reconnaissance and photographic patrols. (M.C. gazetted June 3, 1916.) Meritorious Service Medal (For Services in Mesopotamia) 28007 Flight-Sgt. J. J. Chester (London, W.) ; 26231 Sgt. J. Noye (Whit- stone, Devon) ; 16528 Sgt.-Clerk T. H. Tollfree (Putney, S.W.) ; 2835 Sgt.- Maj. W. Wood (Dukinfield, Cheshire). FOREIGN DECORATIONS The King has granted unrestricted permission for the wearing of the follow ing decorations, conferred on the officers and other ranks indicated, for valu able services rendered in connection with the War :— CONFERRED BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Croix D'Officier, Legion D'Honneur. Col. (actg. Brig.-Genl.) L. E. O. Charlton, C.B., C.M.G., D.S.O. (Lane. Fus.). Croix De Chevalier, Legion D'Honneur Maj. (actg. Lieut.-Col.) J. A. Cunningham, D.S.O., D.F.C. (R. Art.) ; Capt. (A. Maj.) H. W. M. Paul, O.B.E., M.C. (Middx. R.) ; Maj. J. P. C. Sewell ; Lieut.-Col. G. E. Todd (Welsh R.). Croix de Guerre. Sec. Lieut. W. H. Bland (with Bronze Star) ; Sec. Lieut. (Hon. Lieut.) F. C. Butler, M.B.E. (with Silver Star) ; Sec. Lie*t. W. S. Campbell (with Palme) ; Maj. H. V. C. de Crespigny, M.C., D.F.C. (with Bronze Star) ; Sec. Lieut. J. R. Chisman (with Bronze Star) ; Maj. (A. Lieut.-Col.) J. A Cunningham, D.S.O., D.F.C. (with Palme) (R.A.); Lieut, the Hon. J. E. de G. Henniker-Major (with Silver Star) ; Lieut. (A. Capt.) F. E. John (with Silver Star) ; Capt. A. G. Jones-Williams, M.C. (with Palme) ; Sec. Lieut. J. G. Kershaw (with Bronze Star) ; Lieut. (A. Capt.) C. L. Morlev, D.F.C. (with Bronze Star), Lieut. (A. Capt.) M. A. Newnham, D.F.C. (with Palme) ; Maj. E. W. Norton, D.S.C. (with Palme) ; Sec. Lieut. D. Oxley (with Bronze Star) ; Sec. Lieut. G. B. Pike (with Bronze Star) ; Sec. Lieut. H. G. Pope (with Bronze Star) ; Lieut. G. Richardson, 65th Wing (with Palme) ; Lieut. (A Capt.) T. Roberts (with Silver Star) ; Sec. Lieut. (A. Capt.) R. Russell (with Silver Star) ; Capt. R. R. L. Thorn (with Silver Star) ; Lieut. (A. Capt.) O. L. Vetter (with Silver Star) ; Lieut. (A. Capt.) J. L. M. White, D.F.C. (with Bronze Star) ; 113209 Sgt.-Mech. P. Hoolihan. 108th Squadron (with Bronze Star) ; 11940 Sgt.-Mech. E. E. Yardy, 38th Squadron (with Bronze Star). CONFERRED BV THE KING OF ITALY. Cavaliere of the Order of St. Maurice and St. Lazarus Maj. (actg. Lieut.-Col.) R. D. W. Waterhouse Officer of the Order of the Crown of Italy Maj. (actg. Lieut.-Col.) E. R. Peal, O.B.E., D.S.O. Cavaliere, Order of the Crown of Italy. Capt. (actg. Maj.)"A. W. Crombie. The Croce di Guerra (Awarded for Services Rendered in the Mediterranean Area) Capt. S. E. Ball, D.F.C.; Lieut. D. R. B. Bentley ; Capt. (A. Maj.) H. J. T. Berryman, Lieut. L. de V. Crisman, Lieut. C. Chrimes, Sec. Lieut. E. R. Hiscocks, Lieut. S. K. F. P. Humphrey, Lieut. (A. Capt.) B. G. H. Keymer. D.F.C., Lieut.-Col. (A. Col.) A. M. Longmore, D.S.O., Sec. Lieut. J. A. Munn. Lieut.-Col. D. A. Oliver, D.S.O., Lieut.-Col. R. E. C. Peirse, D.S.O., A.F.C.. Sec. Lieut. H. Randle, Lieut. E. G. Spooner, Capt. R. J. F. Sulivan, Lieut. G. I. Thorman, Lieut. F. Wood (225 Squadron, Adriatic). No. 208273 Sgt. K. E. Dawson, No. 210629 A.-Mech. 1 F. R. Heckford. Bronze Medal for Military Valour. Lieut. B. T. Anderson, Lieut. E. L. Bragg, Capt. E. P. Hardman, D.F.C., Lieut. A. L. Huether, Capt. (A. Maj.) R. F. S. Leslie, D.S.C., D.F.C., Lieut. P. E. Lindner, Capt. (A. Maj.) J. S. F. Morrison, D.F.C., Lieut. G. Ranev, Lieut. C. S. Sivil, Lieut. S. C. Strafford, D.F.C., 222+66 Capl. F. T. Wallace, D.F.M. (Canning Town, E.). CONFERRED BY THE KING OF THE BELGIANS. Order de la Couronne, Cotnmandeur Col. (A. Maj.-Genl.) C. L. Lambe, C.M.G., D.S.O. Croix de Guerre (Belgian) Lieut. (A. Capt.) N. L. Garstin, 102 Sqdn. ; Lieut. S. W. Mountain, 16 Balloon Section. CONFERRED BY THE KING OF THE HELLENES. Grand Commandeur de L'Ordre de St. Saveur Maj.-Genl. W. G. H. Salmond, C.B., D.S.O. (R.A.) ; Lieut.-Col. (actg. Brig.-Genl.) P. L. W. Herbert, C.M.G. (N. and D.R.). Officier de L'Ordrc de St. Saveur. Lieut.-Col. C. Bovill (R.A.) ; Lieut.-Col. C. Fraser, O.B.E., M.C. (N. Staffs.). Chevalier de L'Ordre de St. Saveur. Lieut, (actg. Capt.) J. J. Williamson, A.F.C. Officier de L'Ordre de Georges ler. Maj. K. R. Binning, M.C.; Capt. (actg. Maj.) C. C. Treatt (N. Lanes. R.) ; Maj. A. C. Wright. Chevalier dc L'Ordrc de Georges ler Sec. Lieut. H. Hudson. CONFERRED BY THE KING OF SERBIA The Order of the White Eagle, 4th Class, with Swords Lieut.-Col. G. E. Todd, 16th Wing (Welsh R.). liar Office, April 5, 1919 The King has approved of the award of the Military Medal for bravery in the field to the following Air Mechanic :— No. 12480 1st A.-Mech. J. P. Glasscock, R.A. Force (Croydon), formerly attached Headquarters 77th Brigade, R.F.A., France. The Queensland Aerial Survey THE Australian aerial survey party report having sited some good landing places in Queensland. They experienced some exciting adventures while crossing the wild country in the vicinity of the Gulf of Carpentaria. Certificates for " Mentions " IT is announced that the Air Council, as well as the Admiralty and the Army Council, have decided to issue a certificate to all personnel whose names appear in List of Mentions published in the London Gazette for services rendered in war areas. The preparation and issue of these certificates will necessarily occupy a considerable time, and they will be dispatched in due course to all who are entitled to receive them Meanwhile no application by individuals is desired or necessary. Outfit Allowances for R.A.F. Cadets AN Air Ministry Order (No. 400) states that cadets and flight cadets (including those already demobilised) will be granted, on application, certain outfit allowances. Full particulars of the allowances are given in Form F.S. 751, copies of which can be obtained on application to the Clerk- in-Charge, Air Ministry Publications Depot, 45, Belvedere Road, S.E. Distribution of Technical Publications TECHNICAL publications which have hitherto been dis tributed by the Department of Aircraft Production (T.5) will in future be stocked and issued by the Air Ministry Publications Depot. For the present the work will continue to be carried out at South Kensington, and requisitions and correspondence should be addressed as follows :—The Officer in Charge, Air Ministry Publications Depot (Technical), 70, Princes Gate, Exhibition Road, S.W. 7. 475
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