Eyston, George Edward Thomas

Date of birth:: June 28th, 1897 (Bampton/Oxfordshire, United Kingdom)
Date of death:: June 11th, 1979 (Lambeth/London, United Kingdom)
Nationality:: British

Biography

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Military Cross (MC)

Period:: First World War (1914-1918)
Rank:: Temporary Lieutenant
Awarded on:: July 18th, 1917

"For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He rendered most valuable service when carrying out reconnaissance under heavy fire. On several occasions he went forward under heavy shell and machine gun fire. He carried out his duties with great courage and determination, and was able to obtain most valuable information."

Segrave Trophy

Awarded on:: 1935

"For the land speed records over 1 hour, 12 hours and 24 hours, including an average of 140.52 miles per hour (226.15 km/h) over 24 hours of driving in Speed of the Wind."

Chevalier de l' Ordre National de la Legion d'Honneur

Awarded on:: 1938

Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: Captain
Unit:: Southern Regional Board for Industry, Ministry of Production, British Government
Awarded on:: January 1st, 1948

Sources

- The London Gazette
- The London Gazette- Eyston, George Edward Thomaslocked