D.F.C. WINNER
CITATION BY R.A.F. PILOT-OFFICER C. GRAY PARENTS IN GISBORNE Details of the citation of PilotOfficer Colin F. Gray in R.A.F. orders in connection with his award of the Distinguished Flying Cross have been received by air headquarters in New Zealand. Pilot-Officer C. F. Gray is the twin brother of Pilot-Officer Kenneth Neil Gray, who received the D.F.C. in January last, and was killed in action in the air some months ago. Both arc sons of Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Gray, Russell street, Gisborne.
An extract from the notice recording the award of the D.F.C. to the second brother states: — “Since May, 1940, Pilot-Officer C. F. Gray has flown continuously with his squadron on offensive patrols. He took part in numerous engagements against the enemy throughout the Dunkirk operations, and subsequently throughout intensive air operations over the Kentish coast and in protection of shipping in the Channel. He has shot down four Messerschmitt 109’s and, it is believed, destroyed a further four. Ho also assisted in destroying one Messerschmitt 109 and one Dornier 215. His example, courage, and determination in action have contributed materially in maintaining the high morale of his squadron."
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Gisborne Herald, Volume LXVII, Issue 20380, 17 October 1940, Page 6
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194D.F.C. WINNER Gisborne Herald, Volume LXVII, Issue 20380, 17 October 1940, Page 6
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