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Wright, Harold John Alfred "Harry"

Date of birth:
December 28th, 1919 (New Farm/Brisbane, Queensland, Australia)
Date of death:
January 29th, 1991 (Greenslopes/Brisbane, Queensland, Australia)
Nationality:
Australian (1901-present, Federal Monarchy)

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Pilot Officer
Awarded on:
July 9th, 1943
"A large number of targets in GERMANY & ITALY"
Distinguished Flying Medal (DFM)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Pilot Officer
Unit:
No. 156 Squadron, Royal Air Force
Awarded on:
October 22nd, 1943
"One night in September, 1943, this officer was the navigator of an aircraft detailed for an operation against Modane. In spite of adverse weather, Pilot Officer Wright unerringly guided his pilot to the precise target exactly as planned. His skilful and commendable efforts contributed materially to the success of the operation. This officer has completed a large number of sorties and has set a high standard of devotion to duty throughout."
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Pilot Officer
Awarded on:
December 8th, 1944
"Consistent high standard of leadership and courage"

Second DFC received as bar
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

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