Wing Commander Pat Gibbs RIP

Discussion in 'Memorials & Cemeteries' started by Kyt, Mar 16, 2008.

  1. Kyt

    Kyt Άρης

    Wing Commander Pat Gibbs - Telegraph

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    http://ww2chat.com/forums/books-films/1720-torpedo-leader-w-c-patrick-gibbs-dso-dfc-bar.html
     
  2. Antipodean Andy

    Antipodean Andy New Member

    The books are marvellous examples of someone in the thick of it who also had a wonderful turn of phrase. RIP to one of my favourite flyers.

    I'll have to keep an eye out for the special edition from Malta.

    His nav, Cresswell, is worth some stories of his own. A gifted and phenomenally-skilled navigator.
     
  3. Kyt

    Kyt Άρης

    Kept meaning to post his citations:

    Distinguished Flying Cross. 26th September, 1941
    Squadron Leader Reginald Patrick Mahoney GIBBS (33250), No. 22 Squadron.

    Bar to the Distinguished Flying Cross 7th July, 1942
    Squadron Leader Reginald Patrick Mahoney GIBBS, D.F.C. (33250), No. 39 Squadron. Early in June, 1942, Squadron Leader Gibbs attacked and sank a large enemy merchant 1 vessel. Some time afterwards this officer participated in an attack on an Italian naval force. Despite opposition from enemy , fighters and in the face of defensive fire from the naval vessels, Squadron-Leader Gibbs successfully launched his torpedo at the leading warship. He flew his extensively damaged aircraft safely, to base where he executed a skilful landing. This officer has at all times displayed great skill and devotion to duty. He has contributed materially to the operational efficiency of his squadron.

    Distinguished Service Order. 18th September, 1942
    Wing Commander Reginald Patrick Mahoney GIBBS, D.F.C. (33250), No. 30 Squadron.
    This officer, who has achieved much success in torpedo bomber sorties, has displayed fine qualities of leadership, combined with exceptional skill. Throughout, his courage has been of a high order and has proved a source of inspiration to all.
     

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