George O'Brian

· 33329 · United Kingdom

Fate

Unknown

Biography

Awards

• Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) — gazetted 28 November 1941

  This officer has commanded the squadron for the past 13 months and has participated / in a large number of sorties both by day and night. On one occasion, he participated in one of the longest night flights ever undertaken in a single-seat fighter aircraft during which he displayed good judgment and fine navigational skill. His outstanding qualities as a leader have set an excellent example. Flight Lieutenant Raymond Edward THOROLD- SMITH (Aus. 402144), Royal Australian Air Force, No. 452 (R.A.A.F.) Squadron. This officer has participated in 50 opera- - tional sorties since July, 1941. He has proved himself to be a first class fighter pilot and a most determined and capable flight leader. He.

Source: London Gazette notice — Issue 35364, Page 6887 →