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| PERSONALIA |
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Haig, Douglas David |
| Date of birth: | Unknown
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DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS (DFC)
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Rank:
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Eskader commandant (Squadron Leader)
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Unit:
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576 Sqn.
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Awarded on:
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March 7th, 1944
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Action:
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This officer has completed numerous sorties on his second tour of operations and continues to show the same determined qualities which have earned him many successes.
One night in February 1944, he piloted an aircraft detailed to attack Leipzig. Early on the outward flight one of the bomber's engines became defective but Sqn. Ldr. Haig held to his course. Some time later a fighter was encountered but it was skillfully evaded. Soon afterwards the bomber was intercepted by another enemy aircraft. Once again, this captain proved his skill by manoeuvring to a position which enabled his rear gunner to deliver a burst of machine-gun fire which struck the attacker and caused its destruction. Sqn. Ldr. Haig then resumed his course and eventually pressed home a successful attack on his target. He set a fine example of skill, courage and resolution.
London Gazette dated Tuesday, 7 March 1944
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This DFC was his second that was awarded and was obtained as a bar to be worn on the ribbon of the first.
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DISTINGUISHED SERVICE ORDER (DSO)
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Rank:
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Acting Wing Commander
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Unit:
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625 Sqn. RAFVR
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Awarded on:
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October 24th, 1944
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Action:
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Wing Commander Haig has consistently displayed the highest standard of leadership, skill and gallantry. He has completed very many sorties including attacks against strongly defended targets in Germany and the occupied countries.
On a recent sortie, although his aircraft was severely damaged by anti-aircraft fire, by brilliant airmanship, he flew the aircraft safely back to this country and made a skillfull landing. Since assuming command of his squadron, Wing Commander Haigh has
maintained a high standard of efficiency and morale. He has set a fine example.
London Gazette dated Tuesday 24 October 1944.
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SILVER STAR
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Rank:
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Squadron commandant (Wing commander)
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Awarded on:
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May 15th, 1945
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