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Vincent, Arthur Ernest Seal

    Service number:
    114404
    Nationality:
    British (1801-present, Kingdom)

    Biography

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    Period:
    Second World War (1939-1945)
    Rank:
    Acting Flight Lieutenant
    Unit:
    No. 181 Squadron, Royal Air Force
    Awarded on:
    October 20th, 1944
    Citation:
    "Flight Lieutenant Vincent has shown the greatest enthusiasm, efficiency and courage in the course of his operational tour. He has taken part in attacks on a wide range of targets and his skilful and determined work has contributed much to the success achieved."
    Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
    Period:
    Second World War (1939-1945)
    Rank:
    Acting Squadron Leader
    Unit:
    No. 181 Squadron, Royal Air Force
    Awarded on:
    February 13th, 1945
    Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

    Awarded as bar on the ribbon of the first medal
    Period:
    Second World War (1939-1945)
    Rank:
    Acting Squadron Leader
    Unit:
    No. 181 Squadron, Royal Air Force
    Awarded on:
    January 10th, 1947
    He has distinguished himself as Commander of 181 Squadron TAF by courage, skill and leadership during the hostilities leading to the liberation of the Netherlands and has contributed much to the successes achieved.

    Royal decree no.39, dd. 16-11-1946
    Vliegerkruis (VK)

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