09-02-2010, 09:33 AM
Nr. 5
Later upgraded to an OPW 1st Class.
Quote:He participated in combat with the German-Fascist occupants during the defense of France and continued to do so with the embattled French troops in Northern Africa and in the USSR. In aerial combat in Africa, he shot down an enemy plane, for which he was awarded the Libya Medal.
Since 22 March 1943 he is at the front of battle with the German-Fascist invaders in the USSR. During this period, he carried out 47 combat flights: 14 escorting ground assault aircraft and bombers, 28 searching freely and in pursuit of enemy aircraft, and 5 alarm flights. In aerial combat he personally shot down 2 enemy aircraft: 1 Fw-190 and 1 Me-110. Furthermore, he shot down three enemy aircraft in group combat: 1 Fw-190, 1 Fw-189 and 1 Ju-88.
He is a good pilot. Audaciously he fights to tie the enemy to an aerial battle. His example inspires young pilots of the Normandie squadron to destroy the German-Fascist invaders as fast as possible.
For merit in combat and the hereby displayed courage and bravery, Lieutenant XXX deserves to be awarded the Order of the Patriotic War 2nd Class.
Later upgraded to an OPW 1st Class.
