GEORGE CROSS

Grey River Argus, 9 January 1941, Page 2

GEORGE CROSS

FOR BOMB-REMOVER. (Received January 8, 5.5 p.m.) RUGBY. January 7. The George Cross has been awarded to Squadron-Leader J. N. Dowland. The official account states: He succeeded in removing an enemy bomb from a steamship. The bomb was extremely difficult to inspect and handle, and was wedged with its nose penetrating through the main deck. Later, Squadron-Leader Dowland performed a similar duty with the same efficiency and courage aboard a trawler. He displayed conspicuous courage and devotion to duty.”