ANDERSON, Lieutenant William Hopton; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 173, 7 November 1918.(1) No citation available.

ARMSTRONG, Lieutenant Roderick Charles; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 31, 4 March 1919, London Gazette 2 November 1918. During recent operations this officer was engaged in reconnoitring a certain area at low altitude; receiving no response to his repeated calls to our infantry for flares, owing to the supply being exhausted, he descended to an even lower altitude in order to recognise and locate our troops, and so completed an accurate and detailed report of the area, displaying gallantry and determination of a high order, for he was subjected to intense machine gun fire during the whole time.

BAILLIEU, Lieutenant Thomas Latham; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 31, 4 March 1919, London Gazette 2 November 1918. On a recent reconnaissance this officer, owing to low visibility was compelled to descend to a height of from 20 to 100 feet in order to locate our troops; this he succeeded in doing, and, after flying for an hour and a half at this altitude, he returned with an accurate report of the situation in that area, returning a few hours later, he obtained information regarding the line in that locality, though exposed to heavy machine gun fire.

BAKER, Lieutenant Thomas Charles Richmond MM; No 4 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 April 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919.(2) This officer has carried out some forty low level flying raids on hostile troops, aerodromes, etc. and has taken part in numerous offensive patrols; he has, in addition, destroyed eight hostile machines. In all these operations, he has shown exceptional initiative and dash, never hesitating to lead his formation, against overwhelming odds, nor shrinking from incurring personal danger. (3)

BARKELL, 2nd Lieutenant Thomas Harry; No 4 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 April 1919, London Gazette 3 December 1918. Although this officer only joined his squadron some two months ago; his outstanding ability soon qualified him for the leadership of a patrol; and he has already acted a leader in 23 offensive flights. His conduct of these patrols and the results he has achieved, testify to his exceptional enterprise, and fully justifies his early appointment to the responsible position of leader.

BEATON, Lieutenant Edward Balfour Somerset; No 1 Sqn AFC; Palestine; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette, 6 October 1919, London Gazette 3 June 1919 without Citation. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. In the course of 300 hours of flying as an observer he has carried out numerous important strategically and photographic reconnaissances, frequently bringing in most valuable information concerning enemy movements and concentrations. Throughout the recent operations he, on numerous occasions, did very effective work when attacking ground targets with machine gun fire and bombs from a very low altitude. He has displayed the greatest keenness in his work throughout and has set a fine example.

BREARLEY, Captain Stanley George; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 31, 4 March 1919. During recent operations, information as to the rear disposition of enemy troops in a certain sector was urgently required. To obtain this Captain Brearley proceeded over enemy lines in the face of heavy anti-aircraft fire to a distance of 12,000 yards at an altitude of only 1,800 feet. He, assisted by his observer, made an extensive reconnaissance, and brought back a most accurate and detailed report, which proved to be of the greatest value. The work of this officer is invariably reliable and accurate.

BROWN, Captain Allan Runciman; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 May 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. (Joint Citation with Lieutenant G Finlay) On 22nd August Captain Brown with Lieutenant Finlay as his observer, attacked an enemy two seater, forcing it to land in our lines. On four other occasions, these officers have engaged and destroyed enemy aircraft, displaying marked gallantry and skill. In addition, the have rendered most valuable service in attacking enemy cavalry, anti-aircraft guns and other ground targets inflicting heavy loss.

COBBY, Captain Arthur Henry; No 4 Sqn AFC; London Gazette 2 July 1918 (pg 7749), Citation Gazetted 3 August 1918. On 21st May 1918 Captain Cobby attacked an enemy balloon near Neuve Eglise and destroyed it. On 30th May 1918 when engaged in the same duty he destroyed another balloon near Estaires, directly afterwards he was attacked by three Albatross scouts, one of which he shot down, the machine falling south of Estaires. On 1st June 1918, Captain Cobby shot down a third balloon to the north of Estaires following it down to 2,000 feet until it burst into flames. On 1st June 1918 while leading a offensive patrol, Captain Cobby shot down an Albatross scout which in falling fouled the cable of an enemy balloon; the left hand wing was torn off, the machine falling near Merville. Previous to joining this Brigade, Captain Cobby destroyed hostile machines on the 21-3-18 south of Brebierers, on the 30-3-18 south east of Arras, and on the 9-4-18 near Estaires. A bold and skilful patrol leader who is setting a fine example to his squadron.

COLE, Captain Adrian Trevor MC; No 2 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Austrlia Gazette 61 23 May 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. On 7th October this officer carried out a most successful flying raid on enemy railway lines and stations. The success of the attack was largely owing to his cool and determined leadership and our freedom from casualties was mainly due to the methodical manner in which he collected and re-organised the machines after the raid. He himself displayed marked initiative and courage in attacking troops and other objectives. Since May, Captain Cole has destroyed four hostile machines.

CUMMINGS, Captain Eric Douglas; No 2 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 May 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. This officer has proved himself an able and determined leader of offensive patrols. In carrying out these raids he has met with conspicuous success, heavy damage being inflicted on enemy material and personnel. This has been due in the main to his brilliant leadership and skilful navigation. Captain Cummings possesses, in a marked degree, courage, combined with cool judgement.

DAVIES, Lieutenant (Acting Captain) Ernest Edgar; No 2 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 113, 6 October 1919 with Citation, London Gazette 3 June1919 without Citation. During the period under review, this officer has done exceptionally fine work with the squadron. He has destroyed three E/A, three out of control and driven down two. He has participated in seven low bombing raids and took part in trench strafing in June during Montdidier-Noyon 'push'. This officer has led many patrols and has always shown judgement and initiative beyond the ordinary.

DIMSEY, Lieutenant David Frederick; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 May 1919, London Gazette 21 September 1918. This officer has displayed conspicuous bravery in carrying out contact patrols, notably on 16th September, when, in the face of intense anti-aircraft and machine gun fire, he flew over the line at a height of 800 feet, accurately pin-pointing the line until his observer was killed. He then returned to his aerodrome and rendered a valuable report of the situation.

FINLAY, Lieutenant Garfield; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 May 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. (Joint citation with Captain AR Brown) On 22nd August Captain Brown with Lieutenant Finlay as his observer, attacked an enemy two seater, forcing it to land in our lines. On four other occasions, these officers have engaged and destroyed enemy aircraft, displaying marked gallantry and skill. In addition, the have rendered most valuable service in attacking enemy cavalry, anti-aircraft guns and other ground targets inflicting heavy loss.

FLETCHER, Lieutenant Howard Bowden; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 May 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. On 24th of August, two of our machines, Lieutenant Fletcher being the observer in one, engaged seven hostile aircraft; this officer and his pilot, in the combat that ensued, crashed two, one of which burst into flames on hitting the ground. Lieutenant Fletcher has also rendered most valuable service on photographic reconnaissance and in obtaining information concerning roads etc, displaying at all times a devotion to duty and disregard of personal danger deserving of high praise.

FORREST, Captain Henry Garnet; No 2 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 1919, 12 December 1918, London Gazette 2 July 1918, Citation Gazetted 3 August 1918. His leadership on patrols has been characterised by great dash and determination, whether on high or low work. He has displayed skill in manoeuvring and boldness in attacking superior numbers.

FRANCIS, Captain Reginald George David; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 23, 12 February 1919, London Gazette 21 September 1918. During two consecutive days, this officer carried out most valuable work in ranging on batteries. Flying 8 and 1/2 hours on the first day and 4 hours on the second, he successfully ranged our artillery on seven hostile batteries. In cooperating with our artillery he shows conspicuous bravery and marked ability.

FYSH, Lieutenant Hudson; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 May 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. A skilful observer, conspicuous for courage and determination whether engaging the enemy in the air or attacking ground targets. He has taken part in numerous combats resulting in loss to the enemy, and has inflicted serious damage on hostile camps and aerodromes.

GOULD-TAYLOR, Lieutenant John; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 31, 4 March 1919, London Gazette 2 November 1918. On the 28th of August, when on reconnaissance, this officer was attacked by five Fokker biplanes; with characteristic boldness and skill he drove them off, shooting down one out of control. He then continued reconnaissances, sending down calls on three hostile batteries (which were neutralised), six parties of transport and two trains. During recent operations, this officer has rendered most valuable service in sending down calls, displaying keenness of observation and great power of endurance. While on duty he never hesitated to attack the enemy as opportunity occurred.

GRIGSON, Lieutenant Arthur Edward; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 31, 4 March 1919, London Gazette 2 November 1918. A very gallant and resolute officer who has crashed four enemy aircraft. On the 1st of August while observing for one of our batteries, he saw an enemy aeroplane that had brought down four of our balloons; he at once dived from 4,000 to 2,000 feet and engaged it; in the combat, the enemy machine crashed.

HAMILTON, Lieutenant Ernest Alexander Devlin; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 113, 6 October 1919. No citation available.

HAWLEY, Lieutenant Frederick Cecil; No 1 Sqn AFC; Palestine; Commonwealth of Australia 113, 6 October 1919 with Citation, London Gazette 3 June 1919 without Citation. For gallantry and devotion to duty. This officer joined the squadron on 1st June 1918 as an observer and has flown 245 hours in that capacity carrying out numerous important reconnaissances which have been characterised by thoroughness and reliability. For some time during the operations, this officer with his pilot (Lt AW Murphy) was attached to the Hedjaz troops and he did much valuable work in supplying information to the commander of the Arab troops. He has been engaged in several combats in one of which the E/A went down in flames. His work throughout has been good.

JONES, Captain Allan Murray MC; No 2 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 173, 7 November 1918, London Gazette 3 June 1918. No citation available.

JONES, Captain Ernest James; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 173, 7 November 1918, London Gazette 3 June 1918. For conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty whilst cooperating with our artillery and while taking aeroplane photographs. On 20 May 1918, he was carrying out a shoot with one of our siege batteries near Morlancourt when he was attacked by three enemy triplanes. On their first onslaught, he was wounded in the hip and back and the controls of his machine were seriously damaged. By skilful piloting he out manoeuvred the enemy machines, brought his machine to a level keel and flew back to his aerodrome. While returning he sent by wireless a message to the battery for which he had been observing to the effect that it had successfully ranged its target, and that it could now open fire for effect. On landing at the aerodrome, owing to the damage that his machine had already sustained, he crashed. Although he was much weakened by loss of blood, he extricated his observer from the wreckage. On May 16 1918 while on photography he was attacked by six Fokker triplanes. One of these his observer shot down at point blank range out of control while the remainder were forced to withdraw. He then returned to the area he was photographing and completed the work he had set out to do. His courage and determination have at all times been most marked and he has set a fine example.

JONES, Captain George; No 4 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 173, 7 November 1918, London Gazette 5 April 1919. A most daring and gallant leader in aerial fighting, in which he has destroyed seven enemy aircraft. Captain Jones has always displayed marked ability in all his duties.

JONES-EVANS, Lieutenant Gordon Sheppard; No 4 Sqn AFC; London Gazette 21 September 1918. On returning from a raid on enemy rolling stock this officer observed an enemy two-seater machine below him; engaging it, the machine dived vertically and crashed. He was then attacked by a second two-seater; into this he fired a very short burst and it also spun down and crashed. In this engagement Lieutenant Jones-Evans was wounded, but though faint from loss of blood, he succeeded in reaching our lines, where he crashed. In the last few weeks he has destroyed three two-seaters and brought down one balloon in flames.

KENNY, Lieutenant Edward Patrick; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 May 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. (1) Since joining the squadron in July last, this officer has carried out 360hours flying on strategically and photographic reconnaissances. He has, in aerial combats, destroyed one enemy machine, driven down and two out of control, and forced four to land. During recent operations he has shown great gallantry on numerous occasions in attacking ground targets from very low altitudes in the face of intense hostile fire.

KING, Captain Roy; No 4 Sqn AFC; London Gazette (pg 14323) 3 December 1918. During operations in the early part of September, this officer rendered gallant and valuable service in bombing and attacking with machine gun fire, enemy billets, trains, troops, etc. In carrying out these operations he insures success by descending to low altitudes, disregarding personal danger incurred in doing so.

KIRK, Lieutenant Walker Alister; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette, 23 May 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. (Joint citation with Captain RM Smith) During the months of June and July, these officers (Captain Smith and Lieutenant Kirk) accounted for two enemy machines and they have been conspicuous for their gallantry and initiative in attacking ground targets, frequently at very low altitudes. The keenness and fine example set by these officers cannot be over estimated.

LAMPLOUGH, Lieutenant Orville; No 4 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 113, 6 October 1919, London Gazette 3 June 1919 without Citation. This officer has been a consistent and reliable pilot. He has been particularly successful in ground strafing and low bombing work and by his fearless flying over the trenches, has set a fine example to pilots in this work.

MANUEL, Lieutenant Roby Lewis; No 2 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 19, 12 December 1918, London Gazette 2 July 1918, Citation LG 3 August 1918. During the past month, while on offensive patrol, his machine was badly damaged in an encounter with an enemy aeroplane, which he brought down out of control. On his return home he saw another enemy machine below him. At great personal risk, owing to the state of his machine, he nevertheless attacked and brought it down. He is a most skilful pilot of great determination.

MAUGHAN, Lieutenant Harold Stanley Ryott; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 May 1919. On 19th October, whilst escorting bombing machines, Lieutenant Maughan saw an aeroplane of another squadron go down in enemy territory. Without hesitation, he at once landed, rescued the pilot and observer, and brought them back to our lines, displaying cool courage and presence of mind, deserving of high praise.

McCANN, Lieutenant Ashley Vernon; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 April 1919. A keen and gallant officer, who has rendered conspicuous service during recent operations in attacking hostile troops on the ground. On October 19th, he, in company with his pilot Captain Smith, performed a very gallant act. They engaged a hostile two seater many miles over enemy lines and drove it down; it appeared to land intact, but the occupants were forced to abandon it owing to machine gun fire. Lieutenant McCann and Captain Smith thereupon landed and, keeping the enemy officers covered by machine guns, set light to their machine, completely destroying it.

McCLOUGHRY, Captain Edgar James; No 4 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 23, 12 February 1919, London Gazette 21 September 1918. Early one morning, this officer left the ground and, meeting an enemy two seater 10 miles over the lines, he engaged and destroyed it. He was immediately attacked by five scouts; these he out-manoeuvred, destroying one and driving the remainder down. He is a determined and successful scout leader, who, in recent operations, has accounted for nine enemy machines, in addition to three others and one balloon when serving with another squadron.

McCLOUGHRY, Major Wilfred Ashton MC; No 4 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 31, 4 March 1919, London Gazette 2 November 1918. The squadron commanded by this officer has been remarkably active and successful in attacks at low altitudes on trains, transports, billets and low flying machines, this success is largely due to his inspiring personality, fine leadership and the boldness in attack he invariably displays. One evening he bombed a train, which was compelled to stop; he then attacked it with machine gun fire at 200 feet altitude. Afterwards he engaged a two seater machine, which unfortunately escaped owing to failures in both his machine guns. Having remedied these, he attacked a party of infantry which he dispersed, several casualties being noted.

McGINNESS, Lieutenant Paul Joseph DCM; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 April 1919. A bold and gallant airman, who has displayed marked initiative and skill in attacking and destroying enemy aircraft, notably on 24th August, when, with his observer, he crashed two enemy machines in an engagement against heavy odds. He has also carried out successful attacks on enemy aerodromes; inflicting heavy casualties and causing serious damage.

MURPHY, Lieutenant Arthur William; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 113, 6 October 1919 with Citation, London Gazette 3 June 1919 without Citation. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He has been engaged in several aerial combats during which he destroyed an enemy two seater (driven down in flames) and on another occasion drove down an E/A, wounding the observer. This officer with his observer (Lt FW Hawley) was for a period attached to the Hedjaz troops and did valuable work both on reconnaissances and in the attack of enemy aircraft promoting the morale of Arab troops. He has at all times shown keenness, reliability and boldness in his work.

MUSTARD, Lieutenant Ernest Andrew; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 April 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. During the recent operations, this officer has shown exceptional ability as a bomber, obtaining numerous direct hits on railway lines, stations, etc., extensive damage was caused and the enemy lines of communications were seriously interfered with. In aerial combat he forced an enemy aeroplane to land and destroyed it with machine gun fire.

PAUL, Lieutenant Carrick Stewart; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 April 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. (Joint citation with Lieutenant WJA Weir) Lieutenant Paul is a gallant and skilful pilot, who has been very ably assisted by his observer, Lieutenant Weir. These officers have shown great initiative in attacking ground objectives on numerous occasions, notably on 14th August, when, in the face of intense hostile fire, they, at very low altitude, attacked bodies of enemy cavalry, causing heavy casualties. They have displayed great courage and skill in air combat, having destroyed four enemy aircraft.

PETERS, Lieutenant George Clifton; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 April 1919. (Joint citation with Lieutenant JH Traill) On 24th August, Lieutenant Peters with Lieutenant Traill as observer, in company with another machine, attacked seven hostile aeroplanes; they succeeded in crashing two and drove a third out of control. This is only one instance out of many in which these officers have displayed marked skill and gallantry in attacking and destroying enemy aeroplanes. Their keenness and devotion to duty in aerial combats and attacking ground targets, sets a fine example to others.

PHILLIPS, Captain Roy Cecil MC; No 2 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette, 12 December 1918, London Gazette 3 August 1918. While on offensive patrol, this officer destroyed personally four enemy aeroplanes; he has also shown the greatest gallantry during recent operations in attacking troops and transports on the roads, and dropping bombs from very low altitudes.

ROSS, Lieutenant Hector William; No 4 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 113, 6 October 1919. This officer has been a brave and trustworthy patrol and deputy patrol leader. He has destroyed two enemy machines and has done brilliant work, ground strafing and low bombing besides in taking part in the raids on Longue [Lomme] and Haubourdin aerodromes.

ROWNTREE, Lieutenant Edward Fearnley; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 31, 4 March 1919. Between 8th and 11th August, this officer carried out six contact patrols at very low altitudes and in the face of heavy machine gun fire. No difficulty deters this officer from accomplishing his task. On 11th August, while subjected to heavy machine gun fire, he flew for an hour and a half over a certain area and eventually established the position of our line; this was more difficult owing to the low visibility at the time.

SEWELL, Lieutenant Frank Alyn; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 31, 4 March 1919, London Gazette 2 November 1918. Lieutenant SEWELL has proved himself a cool and courageous officer on many occasions. He has destroyed three enemy machines. On the 11th August, he rendered conspicuous service; flying for two hours under 200 feet altitude he established the locality of our line by actual recognition of our troops, bringing back a most valuable report. During the whole time he was subjected to heavy hostile machine gun fire.

SIMPSON, (Temporary) Captain Thomas Lee; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 191, 12 December 1918. An officer of exceptional ability, courage and determination. He has directed our artillery fire on forty occasions on hostile batteries and has taken over 500 photographs of enemy positions. He was attacked by six triplanes on one occasion, whilst engaged in photographing the enemy positions and managed to hold his own until our own scouts drove them off. Later he was again attacked by a large enemy formation, but he skilfully out-manoeuvred them. Recently while on patrol, he located eight enemy batteries upon which he directed a concentration of our artillery fire. On the occasion he was wounded by anti-aircraft fire whilst flying low.

SMITH, (Acting Captain) Francis Ryan MC; No 2 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 May 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. This officer combines high individual enterprise and determination with exceptionally able leadership. These qualities were conspicuous on 14th October, when, leading a patrol of five machines, he saw a formation of twelve Fokker biplanes above him. Relying on the co-operation of another formation of Bristol machines, he deliberately manoeuvred his formation into a disadvantageous position in order that our higher patrol might be able to attack the enemy while the latter's attention was concentrating on destroying his, Lieutenant Smith's formation. The stratagem was successful, with the result that two enemy machines were destroyed and two others were believed to crash. The Fokkers were then reinforced by eight more machines, and in the ensuing combat, Lieutenant Smith shot down one in flames, his patrol destroying two others. We suffered no casualties.

SMITH, Lieutenant James Lee; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 23, 12 February 1919. This officer has shown conspicuous bravery in attacking enemy kite balloons and in carrying out reconnaissances at very low altitudes. While on a recent patrol far over enemy lines he observed a kite balloon; he at once attacked it at low altitude. While thus engaged, he was himself attacked by an enemy machine, this he drove off, and he completed his patrol, obtaining valuable information of enemy back areas.

SMITH, Captain Ross Macpherson MC; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 April 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. (Joint citation with Lieutenant WA Kirk) During the months of June and July, these officers (Captain Smith and Lieutenant Kirk) accounted for two enemy machines and they have been conspicuous for their gallantry and initiative in attacking ground targets, frequently at very low altitudes. The keenness and fine example set by these officers cannot be over estimated.

TAPLIN, Lieutenant Leonard Thomas Eaton; No 4 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 173, 7 November 1918, London Gazette 3 June 1918. No citation available.

TONKIN, Lieutenant Albert Victor; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 April 1919, London Gazette 8 February. A gallant and determined officer, who, in various engagements has destroyed two enemy aircraft and driven down seven others. During recent operations he has been conspicuous for his boldness in attacking hostile troops on the ground. On three occasions, Lieutenant Tonkin has been forced to land beyond our lines. On one of these, his machine being riddled with bullets, he was taken prisoner, but was subsequently recaptured by our advancing troops.

TRAILL, Lieutenant James Hamilton; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 April 1919. (Joint citation with Lieutenant GC Peters) On 24th August, Lieutenant Peters with Lieutenant Traill as observer, in company with another machine, attacked seven hostile aeroplanes; they succeeded in crashing two and drove a third out of control. This is only one instance out of many in which these officers have displayed marked skill and gallantry in attacking and destroying enemy aeroplanes. Their keenness and devotion to duty in aerial combats and attacking ground targets, sets a fine example to others.

TRESCOWTHICK, Lieutenant Norman Charles; No 4 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 113, 6 October 1919, London Gazette 3 June 1919 without Citation. No citation available.

WACKETT, Captain Lawrence James; No 3 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 May 1919, London Gazette 3 December 1918. During the operations, this officer has rendered conspicuous service in taking oblique photographs and in supplying our troops with ammunition. On 25th September, flying at only 1,500 feet, he obtained a complete set of oblique photographs of an area several miles behind the enemy front line; although his radiator was hit, he, by skilful piloting, succeeded in landing his machine at his aerodrome.

WATSON, Lieutenant Herbert Gillis; No 4 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 191, 12 December 1918, London Gazette 3 August 1918. Whilst on offensive patrol he encountered several Pfalz scouts, one of which he shot down. He has also in three weeks shot down four enemy machines and destroyed a balloon, attacking the latter at 6,000 feet, following it down to 1,000 feet, when it burst into flames.

WEIR, Lieutenant William James Alexander; No 1 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 61, 23 April 1919, London Gazette 8 February 1919. (Joint citation with Lieutenant CS Paul) Lieutenant Paul is a gallant and skilful pilot, who has been very ably assisted by his observer, Lieutenant Weir. These officers have shown great initiative in attacking ground objectives on numerous occasions, notably on 14th August, when, in the face of intense hostile fire, they, at very low altitude, attacked bodies of enemy cavalry, causing heavy casualties. They have displayed great courage and skill in air combat, having destroyed four enemy aircraft.

WELLWOOD, Lieutenant James Joseph; No 2 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 113, 6 October 1919, London Gazette 3 June 1919 without Citation. During the period under review, this officer has done exceptionally fine work with the squadron; he has destroyed four E/A driven one out of control and driven two down. He has taken part in seven bombing raids and has on several occasions volunteered for extra patrols. His example to junior pilots of the squadron alone is worthy of mention.

WHITE, Captain Thomas Walter; AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 113, 6 October 1919, London Gazette 3 June 1919 without Citation. No citation available.

WRIGHT, Captain John William; No 4 Sqn AFC; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 113, 6 October 1919, London Gazette 3 June 1919 without Citation. This officer has been a consistent and brilliant patrol leader. He has in all lead 30 patrols over the lines and himself destroyed four machines. At all times he has set a fine example to other pilots by his determined and fearless leadership.

WRIGLEY, Captain Henry Neilson; Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 113, 6 October 1919, London Gazette 3 June 1919 without Citation. Throughout his service in the squadron, this officer's work has been marked by exceptional devotion to duty. Particularly on October 19th 1918 near Ors when he flew a long way over the enemy lines at a low height bombing parties of enemy infantry, persisting in his attacks in spite of the intense machine gun and rifle fire. During this flight he obtained two direct hits with bombs on a house in which enemy troops were sheltering. His example has always been of great service to his squadron.