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Auction: 26003 - Orders, Decorations and Medals
Lot: 337

The 1945 D.F.M. awarded to Flight Sergeant (Engineer) E. Williams, No. 160 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Distinguished Flying Medal, G.VI.R. (1422090. F/Sgt. E. Williams. R.A.F.), suspension slack, polished and with contact wear, very fine

D.F.M. London Gazette 30 October 1945, the original recommendation states:

'Throughout his tour of 280 hours involving 21 operational sorties F/S. Williams has carried out his duties in an exemplary manner. In addition to these duties he successfully discharged the duties of camera operator. During one sortie against a strongly defended target F/S. Williams, by placing himself in a position of great personal danger was able to obtain a large number of hand held photographs which proved of great value.'

Eric Williams served with No. 160 Squadron, equipped with Liberator heavy bombers flying from R.A.F. Ceylon. They undertook photo reconnaissance and minelaying missions throughout late 1944-45, often alongside American squadrons. The unit later served dropping supplies to allied troops operating behind German lines; sold together with copied research.

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Estimate
£700 to £900

Starting price
£550