Lot 4057

Sale 78 · Important Australian & World Coins & Banknotes, The Lampard Collection, The James Atkinson Collection

Description

Group of five to Flight Sergeant Jack Norman Oliver, Royal Air Force

Distinguished Flying Medal (GVIR) (547912. F/Sgt. J.N.Oliver. R.A.F.); 1939-45 Star; Air Crew Europe Star; Defence Medal; British War Medal 1939-45. Distinguished Flying Medal named engraved, others unnamed. Very fine.

DFM: London Gazette 7 December 1945. 'In recognition of gallantry and devotion to duty in the execution of air operations whilst serving in 35 Squadron. Flight Sergeant Oliver has now carried out forty-two operational sorties against the enemy as an Air Gunner in heavy bombers. By his conscientious sense of responsibility he has shown himself to be a gunner of very high ability. His keenness to fly on operations and his coolness under fire have gained for him a fine reputation and made him a most valuable member of the squadron.

Estimate
$3,500
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$5,200

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