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David Henry Gason INCE DFC
DRC Citation London Gazette 2nd February 1945
Flight Lieutenant David Henry Gason INCE (49606), R.A.F., 193 Sqn.
This officer has completed very many sorties and has set a fine example of determination and devotion to duty throughout.
On a recent occasion he was detailed to reconnoitre a target immediately after it had been attacked by other aircraft. In the face of considerable concentrated anti-aircraft fire, Flight Lieutenant Ince commenced his run-in.
His aircraft was hit. The oil system to the engine was damaged. The fluid gushed out and completely obscured ±he wind shield.
Flight Lieutenant Ince was compelled to fly by instruments only. As he completed his run the aircraft became difficult to
control. Nevertheless, he succeeded in flying to an airfield within the Allied lines and landed safely. This officer displayed a high degree of skill, courage and resolution throughout.
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