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McFadden, Desmond Ronald

Date of birth:
December 4th, 1923
Nationality:
Australian

Biography

Servicenumber 432538.

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Pilot Officer
Unit:
No. 15 Squadron, Royal Air Force
Awarded on:
March 27th, 1945
Citation:
"Pilot Officer McFadden has taken pat in many successful attacks against the enemy.
In August, 1944, when detailed to attack Rocque-Court; this aircraft was attacked by a Messerschmitt 210. This officer's accurate fire forced the attacker to break off the engagement. Throughout his tour of duty Pilot Officer McFadden has displayed outstanding enthusiasm and courage. His vigilance and skill inspired his crew with confidence."

Published in The London Gazette dated 27th March 1945.
Published in The Australia Gazette dated 12th April 1945.
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

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