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1945
1945 - 0140.PDF
LOST LIAISON : The effect of bad weather upon air support is well illustrated by this picture of Piper Cubs in France, grounded by torrential rains. SERVICE AVIATION Royal Air Force and Fleet Air Arm News and Announcements S.H.A.E.F. Air Appointment IT 1B announced that Air Marshal H. E. P.WIQGLKSWOETH, C.B., C.B.E., D.8.C., hasbeen appointed Deputy Chid ol Stall (Air) at 8.H.A.E.F.Air Marshal Wigglesworth was appointed Senior Air Staff Officer, H.Q.. A.E.A F., in November,1943. Awards THE KING has been graciously pleased toapprove the following awards in recognitionDf gallantry displayed in flying operations against, the enemy :— Bar to Distinguished Service Order Act. Wing Cdr. J. BLACKBUBN, D.8.O., D.F.C ,R.A.F.O., No. 159 Sqn.—This officer has on out- standing record. He nas completed five tours ofoperational duty. He has commanded this squad- ron for the past few months, and during theperiod has participated in a number of bombing attacks and several mine-laying missions. Duringthese operations, despite very bad weather, not once has he failed to attack his allotted target.Both in the air and on the ground his example has proved inspiring. His genius for leadership,great skill and fine fighting spirit have contri- buted in good measure to the high standard olefficiency of the squadron he commands. Distinguished Service Order Act. Sqn. Ldr. J. H. CO'LEIEB, D.F.C.,E.AJ.V.R, No. 10 Sqn.—In air operations this officer has displayed bravery, fortitude and devo-tion to duty in keeping with the best traditions ol the Royal Air Force.F/O. C. M. HAY, R.C.A.F., No. 432 (R.O.A.F.) Sqn.—One night in September, 1944, F/O. Haywas the navigator of an aircraft detailed to attack Pottrop. It was his third operational mission.Whilst over the target the pilot was severely wonnded and lost control of the aircraft, whichwent into a dive. Displaying great promptitude, F/C. Hay took over the controls and succeededin levelling out. Although inexperienced as a pilot and despite the fact that some of the instru-ments were unserviceable, he flew the aircraft back to an airfield and landed it. On touching downthe under-carriage collapsed and the aircraft '•aught fire, but the crew got clear uninjuredThis officer displayed great coolness and resource and was undoubtedly responsible for the ultimatesafety of hie comrades. Act. Wing Cdr. W. P. GREEN, D.F.C., R.A.F.O.,219 Sqn.—This officer has displayed the highest standard of keenness and devotion to duty inoperations against the enemy. Since being awarded the D.F.C. Wing Cdr. Green has com-pleted a large number of sorties. His successes in- clude the destruction of seven enemy aircraft,three ol which he shot down one night in Octo- ber, 1944. His sterling qualities have been wellreflected in the high ste.ndard of efficiency of the squadron he commands. Act. Sqn. Ldr. A. S. DREDGE, D.F.C.,R.A.F.V.R., No. 3 Son.—This officer has led the squadron on a very large number o! sorties, in-volving attacks on a wide range of enemy targets. Shipping, airfields, locomotives and various othertargets have been most effectively attacked. Throughout these operations, Sqn. Ldr. Dredge hasdisplayed inspiring leadership, great courage and determination, qualities which have contributedmaterially to the successes obtained. Act. Sqn. Ldr. D. H HAMMOND, D.F.C.,K.N.Z.A.F.. 489 (N.Z.I Sqn.—Since being awarded a bar to the D.F.C. this officer has participated •in several attacks on enemy shipping. In August, 1944, Sqn. Ldr. Hammond led formations of air-craft on three such missions. On each occasion loss was inflicted on the enemy. In September,1944, he led a large formation of aircraft in an attack against enemy shipping in the harbour atDen Helder. In this well executed and successful operation. Sqn. Ldr. Hammond displayed brilliantleadership, great skill and determination. He has rendered magnificent service. Bar to Distinguished Flying Cross Fit. Lt. R. J. CLARK, D.F.C., R.C.A.F., No. 571Sqn.—This officer has participated in a very large number ot operational missions and he has in-variably displayed a high degree of courage and resolution. One night in October, 1944, Fit. Lt.Clark was the navigator of an aircraft detailed for a mine-laying mission. The operation necessi-tated a high standard of skill and precise timing. That success was achieved reflects the greatestcredit on the ability of this officer, whose work was of a high order. F/O. 8. DEACOK, D.F.C., R.A.F.V.R., No. 571Sqn.—One night in October, 1944, this officer was the navigator in an aircraft, detailed for a mine-laying mission. The operation demanded the highest standard of skill and resolution and thesuccess achieved is a fine tribute to F/O. Deacon's faultless work. Act. Sqn. Ldr. K. J. NEWNAM, D.F.C.,R.N.Z.A.F., No. 684 Son—Since the award of the D.F.C., Sqn. Ldr. Newnam has completed manysorties and continues to show the highest standard of skill and gallantry. On a recent occasion hewas detailed to reconnoitre a stretch of the Burma-Siam railway system. In spite of extremelybad weather and in the lace of intense light anti-aircraft fire, Sqn. Ldr. Newnam displayedsuperb skill in the execution of this assignment. Almost as his task was completed, the aircraftwas struck by an anti-aircraft shell which damaged the airscrew and smashed the pilot's oxygenregulator. Despite this, Sqn. Ldr. Newnam flew safely to base. He displayed outstanding deter-mination and devotion to duty. Act. Fit, Lt, J. A. ¥. COTE, D.F.C., R.C.A.F,No. 425 (R.C.A.F.) Sqn.—This officer has com-" pleted numerous sorties since being awarded theD.F.C. He continues to display a high degree of courage and determination, and his examplehas been worthy of the highest praise. In Sep- tember, 1944, this officer piloted an aircraft inan attack on Osnabruck. When over the target the bomber was subjected to fire from the grounddefences. A shell burst very close to one of the wings. Fragments of shell tore a large hole inthe fuselage, which was also pierced in many other places. Despite this, Fit. Lt. Cote pressed homehis attack with great coolness and determination. Sqn. Mr. W. T. BROWN, D.F.C., R.N.Z.A.F., No.76 Sqn.—Sqn. Ldr. Brown has now completed a second tour of operational duty, involving manysorties against a variety of heavily defended tar- gets. He has displayed outstanding determinationand devotion to dnty, and his leadership has been of a high order. On more than one occasion hisaircraft has been hit by anti-aircraft fire whilst on the bombing run. Despite this, San. Ldr.Brown has pressed home his attack and flown hit damaged aircraft to hase. Wing Cdr. J. B. TAIT, D.S.O., D.F.C., R.A.F.,No. 617 Sqn.—Recently this officer led a formation of aircraft in an attack on the Kembs Barrage.When nearing the target considerable light anti- aircraft fire was encountered. Nevertheless, WingCdr. Tait led his formation into the attack with his usual skill and determination. Although hisaircraft was hit and sustained damage. Wing Cdr. Tait pressed home his attack with precision. Sometime previously this officer flew with great dis- tinction in a successful attack on the Dortmund-Ems Canal. He displayed the highest standard of devotion to duty in both attacks on dangerousand difficult targets. F/O. J. A. SANDEES, D.F.C., R.A.F.V.R.. No.617 Sqn.—In October, 1941. this officer piloted one of a formation ol aircraft detailel to bombthe sluice gates ol the Kembs Barrage. In the face ot much light anti-aircraft fire, F/O. Sanders
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