Lot 1174

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Group of Seven:- Distinguished Flying Cross (1951); Defence Medal; British War Medal 1939-45; Australia Service Medal; Korea Medal; United Nations General Service Medal-Korea; Air Medal (United States); Sqdn Ldr. John Colin Murray R.A.A.F. First and last medals unnamed, others impressed. Court mounted for wear. Very fine.

D.F.C.C.G. 6 July 51. Flight Lieutenant MURRAY has done much to maintain the efficiency of the Squadron both in the has in sixty-nine missions against enemy ground targets inflicted major damage and destruction amongst their equipment and numerous casualties to their personnel. This officer has always upheld the finest traditions of the Service. Air Medal: C.G. 22 June 51: Flight Lieutenant John C. Murray performed acts of meritorious service while participating in sustained operations in support of United Nations activities in Korea. Flight Lieutenant Murray participated in ten (10) operational flights during the period 12 July 1950 to 31 August 1950. In the course of these operations, dive bombing, rocketing and strafing runs were made from dangerously low altitudes, destroying and damaging enemy installations and equipment. Through his ability, initiative and courage Flight Lieutenant Murray has brought great credit upon himself and the Royal Australian Air Force.' Together with: service posting and promotion details copy of official citations for DFC & AM.' extract from 'Lion over Korea' and photograph of recipient. Investiture of the Air Medal by the American Ambassador Mr Peter Jarman.