DRAKE-BROCKMAN [DFC], Thomas Charles

"Flying Officer Drake-Brockman has completed two tours of operational duty. He has taken part in attacks on many major targets in Germany. As air gunner, he has proved himself to be most capable and efficient and on many occasions his prompt warnings have enabled his captain to avoid attacks by enemy fighters."

Last Name
DRAKE-BROCKMAN [DFC]
Given Names
Thomas Charles
Service Number
406564
Distinguished Flying Cross
YES
Date of Birth
05/05/1919
Birth Location
Toodyay Western Australia
Enlistment Location
Perth W.A.
1Wags Start Date
03/02/1941
Course Details
WAGS Course 11
Intake Date
06/03/1941
Kill Date or Discharge Date
19/12/1945 (Discharged)
Discharge Unit
9 ACHU
Rank
Flight Lieutenant
Notes

"Flying Officer Drake-Brockman has completed two tours of operational duty. He has taken part in attacks on many major targets in Germany. As air gunner, he has proved himself to be most capable and efficient and on many occasions his prompt warnings have enabled his captain to avoid attacks by enemy fighters."

NAA Status
DIGITIZED
1 WAGS - DRAKE-BROCKMAN Thomas Charles - 406564 Citation
1 WAGS - DRAKE-BROCKMAN Thomas Charles - 406564 Citation
1 WAGS - DRAKE-BROCKMAN Thomas Charles - 406564 Senator

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