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Wright, John Douglas

Service number:
89594
Nationality:
British (1801-present, Kingdom)

Biography

He was also awarded the India Independence Medal.

Promotions:
? Leading Aircraftman
9 November, 1940: Pilot Officer on Probation
9 November, 1941: Flying Officer (war sub)
9 November, 1942: Flight Lieutenant (war sub)
1 September, 1945: Flight Lieutenant (permanent)
1 July, 1946: Squadron Leader (war sub)
1 August, 1947: Squadron Leader
13 September, 1958: retirement

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Acting Squadron Leader
Unit:
No. 68 Squadron, Royal Air Force
Awarded on:
June 22nd, 1945
Citation:
"Throughout a long period of operational flying, this officer has set a fine example of keeness. Highly skilled and resolute at all times he has set a splendid example. In air fighting , Squadron Leader Wright has destroyed 2 enemy aircraft."
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

With "FRANCE & GERMANY" clasp.
Air Crew Europe Star
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

With "NORTH AFRICA 1942-43" clasp.
Africa Star

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