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Re: Loss of British aircraft off the island of Kos 1943
Dakota FD831 (flown by Forsyth on 14/15 Sep 1943) From "The London Gazette" TUESDAY, 23 NOVEMBER, 1943 Air Ministry, 23rd November, 1943. The KING has been graciously pleased to approve the following awards in recognition of gallantry displayed in flying operations against the enemy: — Distinguished Service Order. Acting Squadron Leader Christopher Ronald Alastair FORSYTH (42983), Royal Air Force, No. 216 Squadron. Distinguished Flying Medal. 1164455 Flight Sergeant John McPherson WHITELAW, Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, No. 216 Squadron. Squadron Leader Forsyth and Flight Sergeant Whitelaw were pilot and navigator respectively of the leading aircraft of a formation detailed to drop parachute troops on the island of Cos in September, 1943. The operation demanded a high degree of skill, precise timing being essential to success. Nevertheless. Squadron Leader Forsyth, brilliantly supported by Flight Sergeant Whitelaw, whose navigation over a difficult route was faultless, unerringly led his formation to the target where, with amazing precision, the troops were dropped in the selected zones. The success achieved reflects the greatest credit on the efforts of this officer and airman. Distinguished Flying Cross. Flight Lieutenant Bernard SMITH (42365), Royal Air Force, No. 216 Squadron. This officer, who has completed very many sorties, has displayed great skill and resolution. In September, 1943, Flight Lieutenant Smith participated in air operations over the island of Cos and rendered valuable service. He is an able and fearless leader, whose record is worthy of high praise. DFC also, last but not least Flight Lieutenant Roy BROADBENT (109356), Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, No. 267 Squadron. This officer has completed very many sorties and has displayed skill, courage and devotion to duty of a high order. In operations against the island of Cos, Flight Lieutenant Broadbent undertook many sorties and his excellent work was highly commendable. |
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