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Alfred Leitch [Canada]

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:
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
Military Cross (MC)
Alfred Leitch

Military Cross (MC)
"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

Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
"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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