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Name: | Alfred Alexander "Ack-Ack" Leitch | Country: | Canada | Rank: | Captain | Service: | Royal Flying Corps | Squadrons: | 43, 65 | Victories: | 7 | Born: | 5 February 1894 | Place of Birth: | Killarney, Manitoba | Died: | 31 December 1954 | Place of Death: | |
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"For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty while on fighting patrols. During recent operations he displayed great courage and determination in attacking superior forces of enemy aircraft, and in engaging with machine gun fire enemy troops and transport on the ground. He did splendid work and set a most inspiring example." MC citation, London Gazette, 16 September 1918 |
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Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) |
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"This officer has already been awarded the Military Cross for gallant service. His devotion to duty and consistent courage is an inspiring example to all. During the recent operations he heavily bombed an enemy dump, causing several fires; he then attacked hostile troops in the vicinity. Frequently he has returned to our lines with his machine riddled with bullets." DFC citation, London Gazette, 2 November 1918 |
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