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Rare DFC group of 7 to Nav. Thomas O’Gorman, 279 Sqn RAF, who won the US DFC saving 10 B-17 crew and also the UK DFC, served Coastal Cmd 42–44 and Far East 45, with log book, service papers, Gazette entries and full history

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A Good Distinguished Flying Cross Group of 7 to Navigator Thomas O’Gorman (120574)

A scarce and desirable group of seven medals awarded to Navigator Thomas O’Gorman (120574), who served with No. 279 Squadron, RAF, flying Hudson aircraft from 1942 to 1944 with Coastal Command.

He received the United States Distinguished Flying Cross for his role in the rescue of ten aircrew from a crashed B-17 bomber in the ocean (see citation). He was also awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross (UK) for his operational service.

After his Coastal Command service, O’Gorman transferred to the Far East in March 1945, flying Liberators until September 1945.

This group is accompanied by his original log book (worn), his Certificate of Service and Release paper, and copies of the London Gazette entries announcing his awards:

  • Distinguished Flying Cross (UK): London Gazette 6 July 1944

  • United States Distinguished Flying Cross: London Gazette 26 July 1944

Also included is a full history of his service and miniatures.