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Albert Carter [Canada]

Name:Albert Desbrisay Carter
Country:Canada
Rank:Major
Service:Royal Flying Corps
Squadrons:19
Victories:29
Born:2 June 1892
Place of Birth:
Died:22 May 1919
Place of Death:
Distinguished Service Order (DSO) and BarAlbert Carter

Notes
On 19 May 1918, Carter was captured behind enemy lines after his Sopwith Dolphin was shot down by Paul Billik of Jasta 52. Shortly after the war ended, he was killed in a flying accident while testing a Fokker D.VII.

Distinguished Service Order (DSO)
"For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He destroyed two enemy aeroplanes, drove down several others out of control, and on two occasions attacked enemy troops from a low altitude. He showed great keenness and dash as a patrol leader." DSO citation, London Gazette, 18 July 1918

Distinguished Service Order (DSO) Bar
"For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty as a fighting pilot. In three and a half months he destroyed thirteen enemy machines. He showed the utmost determination, keenness and dash, and his various successful encounters, often against odds, makes up a splendid record." DSO Bar citation, London Gazette, 16 September 1918

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