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RICHARD EDGAR PETER BROOKER, DSO & Bar, DFC & Bar

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General Information

Service(s):
Royal Air Force
Service No:
39931
Rank:
Wing Commander
Date of Death:
16 April 1945
Roll of Honour:
Second World War
Honours:
Companion of the Distinguished Service Order and Bar
Distinguished Flying Cross and Bar

Award Citations

Bar to Distinguished Service Order

Gazetted: The London Gazette, 8 February 1946

Distinguished Flying Cross

This officer led his flight with considerable skill and ability over a long period, during which he destroyed a number of enemy aircraft. Since taking command of the squadron, he has greatly assisted in the brilliant work performed by the squadron. Throughout Squadron Leader Brooker has set an excellent example.

Unit: No. 1 Squadron, RAF

Gazetted: The London Gazette, 30 May 1941

Burial Details

Cemetery:
RUNNYMEDE MEMORIAL
Grave:
Panel 264

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

We acknowledge the traditional owners of country throughout Australia and pay our respects to elders past, present, and emerging.