Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Sergeant

Unit:

No. 107 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

December 19th, 1941

"As pilot, air observer, and wireless operator/air gunner respectively, Sergeants Leven, Nolan and Evans have participated in numerous sorties in-which enemy shipping has been attacked. Undismayed by the heavy defensive fire from armed escort ships these airmen have shown great courage and determination to complete their allotted task. Sergeants Leven and Nolan have completed 34, and Sergeant Evans 27 operational missions."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flight Lieutenant

Unit:

No. 487 (RNZAF) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

February 15th, 1944

"Since being awarded the Distinguished Flying Medal, Flight Lieutenant Leven has completed very many sorties, involving attacks on airfields, railway junctions, military installations and other targets in enemy occupied territory. On a recent occasion, in an operation against targets, in Northern France, his aircraft was badly damaged when hit by anti-aircraft fire on crossing the enemy coast. Nevertheless, Flight Lieutenant Leven led his section on to the target which was heavily attacked. He afterwards flew back to base where he effected a successful crash-landing. His effort was typical of the determination he has shown throughout his tour."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Squadron Leader

Awarded on:

June 22nd, 1948