Lot 4176

Description

Group of Six. Distinguished Flying Medal (GVIR); 1939-45 Star; France and Germany Star; Defence Medal; British War Medal 1939-45; Australia Service Medal. AUS42915 Sgt./42915 A.W.M. Cassidy. Court mounted for display. First medal engraved. Others impressed. Very fine. $ DFM: L.G:16February 1945: 'Flight Sergeant Cassidy has proved himself to be a skilful and resourceful navigator. He has participated in a number of operations against important and heavily defended targets. On one occasion in October, 1944, his aircraft was detailed for a mission against Bonn. Extensive damage was sustained while over the target area from anti-aircraft fire. The bomb aimer was severely wounded and a number of vitally important navigational instruments were rendered unserviceable. The bomb aimer was urgently in need of medical attention. In spite of many difficulties, Flight Sergeant Cassidy devised a means of navigating his aircraft to an emergency airfield in this country. Although adverse weather was encountered this courageous and determined airman displayed faultless navigation. He devotion to duty at all times has been worthy of high praise.' Together with photo of medals; medal entitlement certificate; RAAF officer's certificate of service named to Pilot Officer Albert William Morgan Cassidy; official copy of award citation; invitation to investiture by Governor-General; Air Board letter on cessation of service; newspaper cutting reporting his death; and navigational manuals.