14 – Bretteville-sur-Laize Canadian War Cemetery

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Typhoon MN415
 136 Wing
Date : 10 juin 1944
 Mission :
Décollage :
Causes de la perte : Abattu par la Flak
Lieu de la perte : “St Nicolas” à Vignats (14)
Wg Cdr John Michael BRYAN RAFVR 102570 KIA
Distinguished Flying Cross.
Flying Officer John Michael BRYAN (102570), Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, No. 137 Squadron.
This officer has taken part in a large number of sort1es and patrols. On 1 occasion he assisted in the destruction of a Dornier 217. In attacks on enemy transport in Northern France and Belgium, Flying Officer Bryan has damaged 15 locomotives. His skill and keenness have been worthy of high praise.
SECOND SUPPLEMENT to THE LONDON GAZETTE of FRIDAY the 19th of MARCH, 1943
Bar to Distinguished Flying Cross.
Flight Lieutenant John Michael BRYAN, D.F.C. (102570), Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, No. 137 Squadron.
Flight Lieutenant Bryan is a skilful and tenacious pilot. Since being awarded the Distin­guished Flying Cross, he has damaged 2 mine­sweepers, 3 barges and an E. boat. In addition he has executed 13 destructive attacks on loco­motives; he has also participated in several success­ ful attacks on enemy airfields. Flight Lieutenant Bryan has displayed high qualities of leadership, setting an inspiring example.
FOURTH SUPPLEMENT to THE LONDON GAZETTE of TUESDAY, the 27th of JULY, 1943