LAWTON [DFC, DFM], Lindsay Hugh

Sgt Lawton received the DFM " For the conspicuous part he played in air operations over Germany, Italy and occupied territory. " F/Lt Lawton was awarded the DFC for serving in the European, Italian and Indian war theatres. Flt-Lt. Lawton is an extremely efficient member of an outstanding crew."

Last Name
LAWTON [DFC, DFM]
Given Names
Lindsay Hugh
Service Number
407504
Distinguished Flying Medal
YES
Distinguished Flying Cross
YES
Date of Birth
05/06/1917
Birth Location
Renmark South Australia
Enlistment Date
12/10/1940
Enlistment Location
Adelaide S.A.
Course Details
WAGS Course 7
Intake Date
14/11/1940
Finish Date
05/04/1941
To
1BAGS
Kill Date or Discharge Date
03/06/1945 (Discharged)
Discharge Unit
156 SQN
Rank
Flight Lieutenant
Notes

Sgt Lawton received the DFM " For the conspicuous part he played in air operations over Germany, Italy and occupied territory. " F/Lt Lawton was awarded the DFC for serving in the European, Italian and Indian war theatres. Flt-Lt. Lawton is an extremely efficient member of an outstanding crew."

NAA Status
DIGITIZED
1 WAGS - LAWTON Lindsay Hugh - 407504 Citation
1 WAGS - LAWTON Lindsay Hugh - 407504 Citation
1 WAGS - LAWTON Lindsay Hugh - 407504 Citation

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