POW - Japanese Killed 1/6/1943 by hostile villagers of Sihaung Myauk Awarded DFC. Plane was a Blenheim Z7912 of No. 11 Squadron shot down on an operation to bomb Kalemyo, Burma. The aircraft crash landed at Kabani Sakan 22.48N 93.58E,[ with no graves or bodies located after a search] killing some crew with others murdered as POWs. DFC Citation: "Flight Lieutenant Burnley took part as air gunner in operational sorties in the Western Desert, Ceylon and Burma. He also completed the duties of Squadron Gunnery Leader with diligence and efficiency. His steadiness and reliability made him a source of confidence to the whole Squadron and, on several occasions, when attacked by fighters, his directions made it possible for his pilot to avoid the enemy and lead the formation to attack the enemy target. His work was outstanding for steadiness and consistent keenness and he invariably displayed courage and devotion to duty."