Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Flight Lieutenant

Awarded on:

October 8th, 1940

Citation:
"On September 15th, 1940, Pilot Officer Turner succeeded in shooting down one enemy aircraft, when his own aircraft was hit by a cannon shell which put it temporarily out of control. On recovery, he saw and attacked a further enemy aircraft which he destroyed, afterwards bringing his own damaged aircraft safely back to its base. This officer has personally destroyed a total of ten hostile aircraft during engagements over Dunkirk and England. He has proved himself a most courageous and capable leader, displaying coolness and initiative in the face of the enemy."

LG 34964/5900.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Squadron Leader

Unit:

No. 145 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

August 5th, 1941

Citation:
"This officer has led his squadron on all sweeps over France, and has set a splendid example by his quiet coolness in the face of the enemy. He has been responsible for the destruction of at least twelve enemy aircraft."

Second DFC awarded as a bar for on the ribbon of the first DFC.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Wing Commander

Awarded on:

May 23rd, 1944

Citation:
"This distinguished fighter pilot has flown nearly 900 operational hours in single engined fighters. Since November 1943 he has taken part in all the more important air operations during the invasion of Sicily and Italy and in the Sangro and Anzio battles. He has destroyed at least fourteen enemy aircraft and has always shown the utmost gallantry, enthusiasm and leadership."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)