Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Pilot Officer

Unit:

No. 133 (Eagle) Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

October 6th, 1942

"Pilot Officer Baker has been engaged in numerous operational sorties over enemy territory. Throughout he has displayed the greatest keenness and enthusiasm for operational work and his courage and determination have been an example of a high order. Pilot Officer Baker has destroyed 2 and probably destroyed 2 other enemy aircraft."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Flying Officer

Unit:

No. 207 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

December 17th, 1943

"One night in November, 1943, this officer piloted an aircraft detailed to attack Berlin. When nearing the target the aircraft was severely damaged. The front of the bomb aimer's compartment was broken off and within a few minutes, Flying Officer Baker's fingers became frostbitten owing to the intense cold caused by the wind blowing through the aperture. Despite this. Flying Officer Baker continued to the target, and afterwards flew the damaged bomber to base. By his skill, endurance and determination, this officer was largely responsible for the safe return of the aircraft and its crew."

Second DFC received as bar on the ribbon of the first medal.