Lewis Robert Bacon

Flight Lieutenant · 124695 · United Kingdom

Fate

Unknown

Biography

Awards

• Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) — gazetted 4 August 1944

  This officer has set a fine example of courage and determination in air operations. In June, 1944, he took part in an attack on enemy shipping. Although one engine of his aircraft was hit by anti-aircraft fire, this did not deter Flight Lieu-. tenant Bacon from pressing home his attack. Some days later he was again in action against an enemy convoy. In the fight, he was wounded in the arm which was rendered useless. Although suffering considerably, -Flight Lieutenant Bacon, assisted by the navigator flew back to base. One engine was out of action and he could only control the aircraft with one hand. Nevertheless,- he effected a masterly landing. This officer displayed a high degree of skill,.

Source: London Gazette notice — Issue 36644, Page 3673 →