Lawrence Curtis 617 Sqdn RIP

Discussion in 'Memorials & Cemeteries' started by Kyt, Jun 28, 2008.

  1. Kyt

    Kyt Άρης

    Wool trader and war hero dies at 87 (From Bradford Telegraph and Argus)

    Joined the RAF in 1939, posted as a wireless operator firstly to 149 Squadron and then 99 Squadron on Wellingtons. He then joined OTU on Whitleys before moving firstly to 158 Squadron, and then 617 Squadron on Lancasters, where he was Unit Signals Leader for 18 months. After bomber operations he joined Transport Command in 1944.
     

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  2. Kyt

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    Distinguished Flying Cross. 17th August, 1943
    Pilot Officer Lawrence Wesley CURTIS (139644), Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, No. 158 Squadron.

    Bar to Distinguished Flying Cross. 7 April 1944.
    Flying Officer Lawrence Wesley CURTIS, D.F.C. (139644), Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, No. 617 Squadron.
    As wireless operator, this officer has completed numerous sorties since being awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. His work has been of a high standard throughout and has played a good part in the many successes obtained. He is a most dependable member of aircraft crew, whose exemplary conduct in the face of the enemy is worthy of the greatest praise.
     
  3. spidge

    spidge Active Member

    A long and distinguished history.

    RIP
     
  4. Pathfinder

    Pathfinder Guest

    RIP Mr. Curtis
     
  5. Kyt

    Kyt Άρης

    Sqd Ldr Larry Curtis

    Sqd Ldr Larry Curtis - Telegraph

     

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  6. Antipodean Andy

    Antipodean Andy New Member

    Another one gone. RIP.
     
  7. Kyt

    Kyt Άρης

    Our dad the secret Dambusters hero! - Sunday Mercury

     
  8. John

    John Active Member

    Another brave soul has departed. May he rest in everlasting peace.
     

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