Sqn Ldr Paul Garrard DFC 59 Sqn 1942
 

Hi guys

Sqn Ldr Paul Garrard DFC led a detachment of Hudsons during the Sumatran/Java campaign 1942.

He was reported dead on 25 March 1942, almost three weeks after the surrender of Java.

Was he killed whilst a prisoner of war? Any help appreciated.

Cheers
Brian

Re: Sqn Ldr Paul Garrard DFC 59 Sqn 1942
 

Some information here, search for Garrard on the page.

http://number59squadron.com/far_east.html

Re: Sqn Ldr Paul Garrard DFC 59 Sqn 1942
 

Thanks

However I had already found that.

Cheers
Brian

Re: Sqn Ldr Paul Garrard DFC 59 Sqn 1942
 

This thread and the one below illustrate the conundrum we Moderators face. These were posted in a forum that was primarily intended for Europe /NA operations. While it is for RAF personnel it is operations in the Pacific where we have a separated dedicated forum. Should these 2 threads not be there?

So where does it go? I have been chastised for moving one thread that I thought was in the wrong forum.

We are not going to double post threads.

Re: Sqn Ldr Paul Garrard DFC 59 Sqn 1942
 

...whilst I have a photo of him as a Plt Off taken 1940-41in UK not Far East

Re: Sqn Ldr Paul Garrard DFC 59 Sqn 1942
 

Brian,

Depending on how keen/affluent (AUD$69.00) you are, there is the following file at the NAA:

https://recordsearch.naa.gov.au/Sear...1069068&isAv=N

Some local bod (OZ), might be able to take a look for you.

Col.