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AUGUST 27TH, 1942 FLIGHT 241 SERVICE AVIATION Three of the new Republic Thunderbolt (P.47) fighters in formation. It seems that the design of the wireless aerial standard has had to be modified. gator and bomb-aimer, whose abilities have contn- bujttjLin a large way to the successes ol the crews wyHlNkm he has flown. He has at all times dis- pSJc nigh qualties of courage, tenacity and initiative. DISTINGUISHED FLYING MEDAL Fit. Sgt. (now P/O.) H. W. ELLIS. No. 29 San. Daring the past months Fit. Sgt. Ellis has carried out many operational sorties. He has dis played a high degree of skill and initiative. In January, 1942, he assisted in the destruction of a hostile aircraft after a long pursuit. Some time later, in extremely unfavourable flying weather, his skilful and accurate directions enabled his pilot to overcome a difficult situation and make a safe landing. During a sortie in June, 1942, he per- lorraed excellent work in an engagement with an enemy aircraft which was probably destroyed. This airman has always maintained a very high standard of efficiency, while his devotion to duty has set a very fine example. Sgt. C. B. CARTER, NO. 68 Sqn.—In July, 1942, Sgt Carter was the wireless operator/air gunner of an aircraft detailed to attack a target near Lille. Owing to bad visibility the primary objective coulrl not be located but an alternative was at tacked from a low level in spite of heavy fire from the ground defences. During the run up Sgt. Carter silenced one enemy gun position but the aircraft was repeatedly hit by light anti-aircraft fire. A cannon shell entered the gunner's cockpit, wounded Sgt. Carter in the right hand and arm, exploded a Verey cartridge and set some ammuni tion on fire. Despite his wounds, Sgt. Carter con tinued to engage the enemy, delivering effective fire at the enemy's gun positions. When trie air craft flew clear of the fire zone, Sgt. Carter extin guished the fire in the well of the aircraft and continued to man his guns. By his skiiful gun nery this airman contributed materially to the success of the operation. He has completed numerous sorties and has always set a high standard of efficiency. Sgt. P. D. THOMSON, NO. 28 Sqn.-One night in June this airman displayed great determination when attacking an important convoy off the coast of Italy. In spite of heavy defensive fire he pressed home his attack on the largest merchant sbt*TJfcV. close range. His aircraft was hit in 6eTJbfa|||it.ces atd the navigator was seriously wounoeu. Despite this, Sgt. Thomson flew the aircraft back to base and made a safe landing without the use of the hydraulics. Fit. Sgt. V. S. MOORE, R.N.Z.A.F., No. 57 Sqn. -One night in June, 1942, Fit. Sgt. Moore cap tained an aircraft which successfully attacked Bremen in bad weather. During the return journey to avoid the heavy clouds he descended to about 300 feet and whilst at this height he enabled his gunners to machine gun towns and factories en route. Shortly after crossing the enemy coast, considerable anti-aircraft fire was encountered from three armed ships. The star board main plane was hit and set on fire, but Fit. Sgt. Moore turned and attacked the three E-boats. The_fiie had now spread considerably, and as the aircraft would not maintain height, he was compelled to alight on the water. On impact the nose of the aircraft dived steeply into the water hut Fit. Sgt. Moore and two members of his crew •ere able to scramble out and board the dinghy, jrom which they were rescued some 37 hours later. In the face of harassing circumstances this airman displayed great courage and fortitude. Sgt. F. J. MORITZ, R.C.A.F., No. 420 IK.C.A.F.). Sqn.—One night in June, 1942, Sgt. Moritz was the wireless operator/air gunner of an aircraft which attacked Emden. During the re- vurr* night his aircraft was intercepted by a fJ» 88. In the ensuing engagement Sgt Moritz **3* wounded in the leg while the rear gunner was seriously wounded and stunned. Sgt Moritz, despite his wound, gave skiful avoiding instruc- •""" to his pilot and, manning his gnns, fired ** the enemy aircraft which fell away and was Probably destroyed. Sgt. Moritz then administered or*!-aid to the rear gunner before returning to "is wireless set, which he manned until the air craft landed safely at base. By his courage and determination Sgt. Moritz contributed materially to the safe return of his aircraft. Fit. Sgt. J. B. BAKER, R.C.A.F., No. 150 Sqn. —This airman is a skilful air gunner, who has a fine record of achievement. Possessed of a strong sense of duty, and a fine offensive spirit, he displays exceptional fearlessness in the face of danger. His courage and determination in action have been a source of inspiration to all air gunners in the squadron. Fit. Set. D. W. BALE, NO. 97 (Straits Settle ments) Sqn.—Fit. Sgt. Bale is a keen and able air gunner. He participated in the low level attack on the Dortmund-Ems aqueducts, and was wounded in the head and both legs. On another occasion, when his turret was put out ol action, and he could no longer return the .enemy's fire, he reported the movements of the enemy, and the attack was successfully evaded. Fit. Sgt. (now P/O.) D. E. J. BINT, No. 150 Sqn.—This captain of aircraft has always attacked with determination and-courage. On one occasion, when his port engine was hit and ceased to function, by exercising superb skill he returned and landed safely at base. Fit. Sgt. Bint has dis played great courage when in action, which is the admiration of all ranks in the squadron. His example has inspired a high standard of morale in his crew. Fit. Sgt. F. CARTER, A.A.F., No. 57 Sqn.—On the night of the 28th March, 1942, this N.C.O. was rear gunner of an aircraft detailed to attack Lubeck. On the return journey, when approached by an enemy fighter over the North Sea, Fit. Sgt. Carter opened fire, and the enemy aircraft ap peared to catch fire as it dived away. He has shown a high standard of courage and devotion to duty throughout many operations, and has set an excellent example to all ether gunners in the squadron. Roll of Honour Casualty Commnniqui No. 147. T HE Air Ministry regrets to announce the fol lowing casualties on various dates. The next- of-kin have been informed. Casualties " in action " are due to flying operations against the enemy; " on active servic* " includes .ground casualties due to enemy action, non-operational flying casualties, fatal accidents and natural deaths. Royal Air Force KILLED IN AcrioN.-Sgt. H. S. Barker; Sgt. T Bateman; Sgt. P. G. Brothers; Fit. Sgt W N Graig; Sgt. C. E. Graysmark; Sgt. G. J. Mugford-Sgt. D. E. Shnmpton; Fit. Sgt. M. E. Tomkins Sgt. L. W. Webbe PREVIOUSLY REPORTED MISSING, BELIEVED KILLED IN ACTION NOW PRESUMED KILLED IN ACTION.—Fit. Sgt. W. B. Achibald; P/O. E. A. Bairstow' P/O. B. M. Cavan: Sgt. E. Crossley; Sgt. D. Francis; Fit. Sgt. B. Fronde; Sgt. H. L. Hanson; Sgt. K. T. Hewson; Sgt. R. W. Lawson; Sgt. H. G. Luke; Sgt. R. Mackenzie; Sgt. A. McC. McLaren; Sgt. H. Mitchell; Sgt. J. Murphv; Sgt. G. H. Newton; Sgt. 8. Perry; Sgt, R. A. Piatt; Sgt. J. S. Poulton; Sgt. H. W. Sangerhaus; Sgt. A. H. Shattock; Sgt. A, R. W. Smith; P/O. R. B. Thomas. PREVIOUSLY REPORTED MISSING, NOW PRE SUMED KILLED IN ACTION.—P/O. W. H. T. Andrews; P/O. W. G. C. Beatson; P/O. J. W. T. Bromhani; Sgt. R. Brown (1100635); Sgt. R. Brown (952523); Sgt. R. V. Butcher: Sgt. IP. A. Champion; Sgt. A. Collier; Sgt. A. F. C. Couch; Fit. Sgt. R. A. Oousens- 8ft. D. P. D'Arcy; Sgt. D. G. Dennis-Smither; P/O. R. M. Disley; Sgt. S. T. Drew; P/O. J. B. Dunne; Sgt. C. R. East man; Sgt. J. Flint; Sqn. Ldr. R. G. Forshaw; Sgt. A. A. Ganld; Set. P. T. Giblett; Sgt. E. Gillam; Sgt. J. R. Gilmour; Sgt. J. Glover; Bgt. A. R. Harrington; Sgt. R. FT J. Henley; Sgt. E W. Hewitt; Fit. Sgt. H. W. Hilton; A/C.l W. A. Hodges; Sgt. R. Jackson; P/O. H. Jones; Sgt. R. W. Lancaster: Fit. Sgt. 8. J. Lytle: Sgt. R. C. Matthews; Sgt. W. Miller; Sgt. M. J. Mills; F/O. G. W. Morris: Sgt. B. W. Nicholls; S=t. J. D. Paine; Sgt. B. W. Palastanga; Sgt. L. Peaker; Fit. Sgt. E. L. Phillips; Sgt. W. L. Pointinj; Sgt D. R. Pritchard; Cpl. J. B. Robin- son; Sgt. J. Shaw; Sgt. E. W. Sherwood: Fit. Sgt. J. M. F. Shila.i; I/O. F. Simpson; Sgt. P. H, Stanton; Sgt. R. Straugban; Sgt. 8. Thomson: Sgt. R. West; Sgt. H. V. Wilkinson; P/O. F. Wilson; Sgt. P. Wilson; Sgt. J. W. Woodall; Sgt. A. R. Wren; Sgt. E. P. Wright. WOUNDED OR INJURED IN ACTION.-Bgt. A. R. Charlwood; Sgt. S. A. Goodwin; Sgt. D. E. Llewellyn. DIED or WOUNDS OR INJURIES RECEIVED IN ACTION.—Sgt. M. Molyneux. MISSING. BELIEVED KILLED IN ACTION—Fit. Sgt. R. A. Cripps; Sgt. F. J. Dodd; P/O. D. Percival; Sgt. M. Prescott; Fit. Sgt. G. Richard; Sgt. J. R. Stukius; Sgt. A. H. Wincott. MISSING.—Sgt A. Bentley: Sgt. J. Collie; Cpl. F. J. Few; Act. Sqn. Ldf. J. E. GorringeSmith; Sgt. M. B. Green; Sgt. T. F. Grosvenor; P/O. J. A. Leslie; Sgt. E. A. Samuel; Sgt. T. W. Walker. KILLED ON ACTIVE SERVICE.—Sgt. A. Aston; Sat. C. D. Barnett; Fit. Sgt. A. Bell; Sgt. E. R. Brooks- Clarke: P/O. W. J. Cole; Sgt. 0. T. Daniel; P/O. T. E. Davies; Sgt. J. Eden; Sgt. E. E. Fraser; Act Sgt. J. R. H. Gray; P/O. R. M. Goodhall; L.A/C. L. Hale; Fit. Sgt. R. J. Holloway; Fit. Sgt. J. N. Hopkinson; Fit. Sgt. M. R. Langham: L.A/C. V. W Lear; P/O. F. C. Le Bon; Act. Sqn. Ldr. M. R.' MacClanoy; F/0. J. W. MacDougall; Sgt. C. McClean; Sgt. J. F. Mark- Act. Fit. Lt. A. H. Metcalfe, D.F.C.: A/C.l B. J.Mitchell; A/C.2 T. E. Mitchell; P/O. L. Noble; L.A/C. P. G. M. Over ton; L.A/C. D. S. Peattie; L.A/C. R. F. Randall; Sgt. L. D. Richardson; Sgt. H. R. Smith; Fit. Sgt. G. S. Wilson; Sgt. P. R. Wright. PREVIOUSLY REPORTED MISSING, BELIEVED KILLED ON ACTIVE SERVICE, NOW PRESUMED KILLED ON ACTIVE SERVICE.—Sgt. A. W. AHardlce; Sgt. D Brooksbank; Bist. F. I. Russell: I.A/C. E. E C. Snell: A/C.l H. J. Tabern. PREVIOUSLY REPORTED MISSING, NOW PRE SUMED KILLED ON ACTIVE SERVICE.—Cpl. N. B. J. Alexander; A/C.l J. W. Bradley; LA/C. 8. V. Clench; Cpl. A. G. Crapp; LA./C. N. J. Ficken; jfigt. V. E. Hill; Fit. Sgt. J. K. Pollard; A/C.l li. W. Thomas; A/C.l N. G. Thompson; A/C.2 W. Tonks. WOUNDED OR INJURED ON ACTIVE SERVICE — Sgt. E. C Hatfield; L.A/C. H. J. Whiting. DIED OP WOUNDS OR INJURIES RECEIVED ON ACTIVE SERVICE.-Sgt. 8. Cox; P/O. H. R. Higgins; L.A/C. J. A. McCarthy. DIED ON ACTIVE SEIIVICE.—A/C.2 I. G. Badham; L.A/C. H. S. Beaton; Act. Fit. Lt. R. Beeslcy; Cpl. T Bernini; A/C.2 F. G. Bryne; Fit. Sgt. K, W. Camps; Opl. D. Goldie; L.A/C. J. H. Hales; A/C 2 B. P. Hamilton-Hunter: A/O.2 A. B. Hatha way'; L.A/C. J. W. Haycock: L.A/C. R. Heap; L.A/C. H R. Howe; A/C.2 R. C. Jacobs; A/C.2 A Kay; A. C.2 A. J. Langdon; W/O. A. Malin; A/C.2 LT Meekin; F/O. L. D. Rollo; A/C.l A. Spence; A/C.2 W. G. Stran»e; L.A/C. A. R. Williams. Women's Auxiliary Air Force DIED ON ACTIVE SERVICE.—A/CW.l E. A. Harvey. Royal Australian Air Force ' KILLED IN ACTION—P/O. W. M. Pugh. PREVIOUSLY REPORTED MISSING, BELIEVED KILLED IN ACTION, NOW PRESUMED KILLED IN ACTION.—Sgt. R. W. Stephenson. PREVIOUSLY REPORTED MISSING, NOW PRE SUMED KILLED IN ACTION.—Sgt. V. L. Brown; Set. A. Cook: P/O. K. M. Hicks. MISSING, BELIEVED KILLED IN ACTION —P/O. L. G. Chick; Sgt. A. J. Glaister; Sgt. M. B. Remfry. MISSING.—Sgt. J. P. Donaghy; Sgt. C. Gammie; Sgt. K. W. Heegaton; Set. J. F. Jacklin; Sgt. K* W. Kermode; Sgt. K. W. Mcllrath; P/O T. E. Roberts; Sgt C. Bcouller; Sgt. W. J. Smith KILLED ON ACTIVE SERVICE.—P/O. 0. W. A, Blick; Sgt. I. H. Christison; P/O. J. A. Sayer. DIED ON ACTIVE SERVICE—Sgt. R. V. Elliott
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