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Carter, Albert Desbrisay "Nick"

Date of birth:
June 2nd, 1892 (Point de Bute/New Brunswick, Canada)
Date of death:
May 22nd, 1919 (Shoreham/Sussex, United Kingdom)
Nationality:
Canadian (1931-present, Constitutional Monarchy)

Biography

Major Albert Carter (flying ace: 28 air victories) was killed in an air accident.

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Period:
First World War (1914-1918)
Rank:
Major
Unit:
No. 19 Squadron, Royal Flying Corps
Awarded on:
July 18th, 1918
"For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He destroyed two enemy aeroplanes, drove down several others out of control, and on two occasions attacked enemy troops from a low altitude. He showed great keenness and dash as a patrol leader."

Received as prisoner of war.
Distinguished Service Order (DSO)
Period:
First World War (1914-1918)
Rank:
Major
Unit:
No. 19 Squadron, Royal Flying Corps
Awarded on:
September 16th, 1918
Distinguished Service Order (DSO)
"For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty as a fighting pilot. In three and a half months he destroyed thirteen enemy machines. He showed the utmost determination, keenness and dash, and his various successful encounters, often against odds, make up a splendid record."

Second DSO received as bar

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