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1942
1942 - 0101.PDF
JANUARY 8TH, 1942 FLIGHT 39 A Douglas SBD-i dive-bomber landing on U.S.S- Lexington. Perforated flaps have been adopted to a greater extent in America than in this country. The wind shield for the landing control officer is of interest, as is also the wooden deck. Our decks are steel. Royal Air Force and Fleet Air Arm News and Announcements THE KING has been graciously pleased to ap prove the following awards in recognition ol gallantry displayed in flying operations against the enemy : — DISTINGUISHED SERVICE ORDER Act Wing Cdr. T. O. FREEMAN, D.F.C., R.N.Z.A.F., No. 115 Squadron.—This officer has been engaged on active operations over a lent «riod. Wing Cdr. Freeman has carried out ies, involving attacks onm Kiel, Berlin, and o-.iier portant targets in Germany, a daylight raid on Urest. and an attack on Turin in Italy As commanding officer of the squadron he has set a splendid example by his leadership, enthu- »iasm and courage. In September, 1941, he led the squadron in an attack on Cologne and, in spile o! fierce opposition, descended to a low level, flying ever the area for over an hour searching for Ins objective, which he eventually bombed. Later he led the squadron in a raid on Turin, in the face of heavy opposition he made a succe-s. hil attack fiom low level. Wing Cdr. Freeman h.if •pent many hours flying with young crews on operational sorties, and his personal example in the face of the enemy has proved a source of in- spiratioo While employed as navigation officer »t station headquarters he continually carried out operations with the various units of the group, thus taking the opportunity to demonstrate, in a practical manner, the theory he was endeavouring to teach. Act. Fit. Lt, R. R. BANKEB. D.F.C.. No. SO Squadron.—This officer has performed brilliant work as captain of aircraft. Of recent -months he bus successfully bombed important targets on the Kbine and in the Mannheim, Karlsruhe and Frank- 'art areas. His determination is such that, de spite the most intense anti-aircraft fire and search I'Sbt activity, he has descended to a low level alter bombing so that his crew could machine-gun objectives on the ground. Fit. Lt. Banker carefully plans all his raids and. during the operations, displays dogged determina 'ion to bring them to a successful conclusion. DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS AND BAR. « Aft- Fit. Lt. C. R CALDWELL. It A.A.F. This kn.hrer, it is stated, has performed splendid work [n the Middle Eist operations. He has at all '""« shown dogged determination and high de- rotion to duty which have proved an inspiration to his fellow-pilots. On one occasion, during a patrol, he was attacked by two Me. 109's. His aircraft was badly damaged, while he himself ic- ceived wounds on his face, arms and legs. Never theless, he conrageouslv returned to the attack and shot down one of the hostile aircraft. A Free French pilots/whose name, for obvious reasons, trtay not be men tioned, who has 14 enemy aircraft to his credit. He his bein awarded trie? D.F.C. and has* nin* pfhns "" Croix de Onef/t^"^ A 1 The announcement of the award ol the Bar states: This officer continues to take his toll of enemy aircraft. One day in December, 1941. Fit. Lt. Caldwell led his flight against a number of Junkers 87s, and during the combat he per sonally shot down five of tie enemy aircraft, bringing his total victories te 12. BAR TO DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS Act. Wing Cdr. W. S. GARDNER, D.F.C., No. 144 Squadron.—This officer has commanded the squad ron for some time past and, by his splendid ex ample both in the air and on the ground, has proved a great inspiration to all. His inspiring leadership has been reflected in the many successes achieved by his squadron. F/O. R. WAREING, D..F.C, R.A.F.V.R,., No. 106 Squadron.—This officer has carried out a number of operational sorties since being awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. These missions include targets in heavily defended areas; he has also participated in daylight sorties wherein he has displayed superb skill. F/O. Wareins has always shown the greatest keenness and en thusiasm for operations. Act. Grp. Capt. R. B. LEES, D.F.C.—Urp. Capt. Lees is a tireless, clear-sighted officer, possessing great energy. He has led tie squadrons of his sector in sweeps over Fiance, has taken part in all sweeps at long distances out to sea and has set • magnificent example to younger officers by his courage and resource. He has only one desire-to get to close grips with the enemy. Sqn. Ldr. A C. RAVLIKSON D.F.C.. R.A.A.F.. No. 3. Squadron.—This oiTifer continues to show "•fee,, same admirable qualities which earned him the Distinguished Flying Cross in October, 1941. He has fostered great keenness and a fine lighting spirit arftougst pilots of his squadron which, undeY his leadership, have taken every opportunity to destroy tUe enemy. The sqi^udron has destroyed over 100 hostile aircraft since the war in Libya began. One day ^Jovemfcer 1941, Sqn. Ldr Rawlinson led an at* ors a number of Messerschmitt 109's and ought tljem until after dusk. In the course of the eng/gement Sqn. Ldr. Rawlinson himself destroyer one and .damaged two others of the enemy'|Laiifl||ib"*'fle has destroyed at least seven Act/ Fit. Lt. W. G D. SMITH, D.F.C.-This /
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