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Wg Cdr
Wilfrith Peter
GREEN
RAF
39518
KIA
Distinguished Flying Cross.
Squadron Leader Wilfrith Peter GREEN (39518), Reserve of Air Force Officiers, No. 85 Squadron
“This officer has dispaly excetional skill and determination in night flying operations during which he has destroyed 2 enemy aircraft. He is an excellent flight commander and has contibuted materially to the high standard of operational efficiency of his formation. Squadron Leader Green has displayed great courage and devotion to duty.” Second Supplement to The London Gazette of friday, the 2st of JULY, 1943
Distinguished Service Order.
Acting Wing Commander Wilfrith Peter GREEN, D.F.C. (35518) R.A.F.O., 219 Sqn.
“This officer has displayed the highest standard of keenness and devotion to duty in operations against the enemy. Since being awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, Wing Commander Green has completed a large number of sorties. His sucesses include the destruction of 7 enemy aircraft, 3 of which he shot down one night in October 1944. His sterling qualities have been well reflected in the high standard of efficiency of the squadron he commands.” Fifth Supplement to The London Gazette of friday, the 1st of DECEMBER, 1944
Australian War Memorial
