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249 Squadron
Died 01 March 1945. Age 21 years old, Commemorated Belgrade War Cemetery, Serbia
1945-10-19 DFC
MUIR, John Retson, F/L (150307, RAFVR) - No. 249 Squadron - Distinguished Flying Cross - awarded as per London Gazette dated 19 October 1945 with effect from 28th February, 1945 (since deceased). Born 1923 in Lancashire. Home in Glasgow, Scotland. Enlisted August 1941 (1559285), Trained in U.S.A. Commissioned 9 April 1943. Flying Officer, 9 October 1043. Killed in action, Yugoslavia, 1 March 1945 (Mustang HB851). Citation in AMB 19961.
Throughout a large number of operational sorties this officer has shown outstanding ability as a leader and flight commander. His keenness and determination has resulted in the destruction of 25 locomotives and 27 mechanical transports. Many other targets such as bridges, railway sidings, shipping and harbour installations, gun positions and enemy occupied buildings have suffered severe damage as a result of his determined attacks. Both in the air and on the ground, Flight Lieutenant Muir has set an inspiring example to all.
