SCOTT [DFM], John Maxwell

"Although Sergeant SCOTT has been involved in three flying accidents, he has continued to perform his duties most efficiently thereby setting a fine example to all members of aircrew in the squadron. He has displayed an unflinching sense of duty and remarkable courage and determination." [Transcribed NAA Service Record] Plane was a Lancaster PB542 on ops. to Essen. The aircraft was shot down by flak and crashed near Bergerhausen, Germany.

Last Name
SCOTT [DFM]
Given Names
John Maxwell
Service Number
404043
Distinguished Flying Medal
YES
Date of Birth
27/04/1917
Birth Location
Toowoomba Q.L.D
Enlistment Date
26/04/1940
Enlistment Location
Brisbane
1Wags Start Date
30/04/1940
Course Details
WAGS Course 1
Intake Date
29/04/1940
Kill Date or Discharge Date
12/12/1944 (Killed)
Discharge Unit
460 SQN
Rank
Flying Officer
Operations
Flying battle Germany target Essen.
Date of Death
12/12/1944
Age
27
Cemetery / Memorial
Reichswald Forest War Cemetery Germany
Medals
DFM Gazetted on the 23/3/43 with 148 Sqd.
Notes

"Although Sergeant SCOTT has been involved in three flying accidents, he has continued to perform his duties most efficiently thereby setting a fine example to all members of aircrew in the squadron. He has displayed an unflinching sense of duty and remarkable courage and determination." [Transcribed NAA Service Record] Plane was a Lancaster PB542 on ops. to Essen. The aircraft was shot down by flak and crashed near Bergerhausen, Germany.

Posting on Death
460 Squadron
NAA Status
OPEN
1 WAGS - SCOTT John Maxwell - 404043

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