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MERVYN CHARLES SHIPARD, DFC & Bar

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General Information

Service(s):
Royal Australian Air Force
Service No:
402257
Rank:
Flight Lieutenant
Date of Birth:
24 July 1917
Place of Birth:
Albury, New South Wales, Australia
Date of Death:
1 March 2003
Age at Death:
85 Years
Prisoner of War:
No
Honours:
Distinguished Flying Cross and Bar

Award Citations

Bar to the Distinguished Flying Cross

This officer is a resolute and skilful pilot. Since the beginning of December, 1942, he has destroyed 6 enemy aircraft at night, bringing his total victories to 13. His great keenness and devotion to duty have been worthy of high praise.

Unit: No. 89 Squadron, RAF

Gazetted: The London Gazette, 19 February 1943

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