Award DFM Sgt. W. Masson, M.M., 1st Battalion The Glider Pilot Regiment (Sicily)

brithm · Jan 4, 2024

Award Distinguished Flying Medal Sgt. William Masson, M.M., 1st Battalion The Glider Pilot Regiment (2874921)

This Warrant Officer was a pilot in a glider borne attack at Syracuse on the night of 9th July 1943. Under circumstances of great difficulty and considerable enemy opposition, he succeeded in landing his glider enemy territory without damage o the infantry men he was carrying. His skill as a pilot and his courage were an example to all. Subsequently, he displayed outstanding leadership and gallantry in an attack on a pill box and was largely responsible for its capture.
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PIXEL RENOSTER: WILLIAM MASSON MM, DFM (GLIDER PILOT)

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Award DFM Sgt. W. Masson, M.M., 1st Battalion The Glider Pilot Regiment (Sicily)

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