PERSONALIA
 
Name:  Toyne, William Arthur
Date of birth: September 1st, 1917
Date of death:  April 25th, 1994
Nationality:  British
BIOGRAPHY: 
Service number 39140.
     
DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS (DFC)
Rank: Flight Lieutenant
Awarded on: June 11th, 1940
Action: Citation:
"As a flight commander this officer has carried out offensive patrols in German occupied territory in Holland and Belgium. He has personally shot down two enemy aircraft and has severely damaged another. He has displayed outstanding courage and his leadership has largely contributed to the success achieved by his squadron."
Details: London Gazette 11th June 1940.
 
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Information source(s):   - The London Gazette, Issue 34870. Tuesday 11th June 1940
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