Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Second War ‘Bomber Command’ D.F.M. group of four awarded to Air Gunner Flight Sergeant W. R. McIntyre, 218 Squadron, Royal Air Force, who flew 31 Operational Sorties, including many to the most heavily defended areas in Germany

Distinguished Flying Medal, G.VI.R. (1561906 F/Sgt. W. R. Mc.Intyre. R.A.F.); 1939-45 Star; Air Crew Europe Star; War Medal 1939-45, good very fine (4) £1,400-£1,800

D.F.M. London Gazette 13 April 1943.

The original Recommendation, dated 18 January 1943, states: ‘Flight Sergeant McIntyre has completed 31 operational sorties including many of the most heavily defended areas in Germany. His keenness and skill have at all times been an inspiration to his crew and a fine example to the less experienced Air Gunners of the squadron. On three occasions he saved his aircraft from damage and possible destruction by sighting enemy fighters first and driving them off by his accurate shooting before the enemy aircraft opened fire. I wish to recommend Flight Sergeant McIntyre for the award of the Distinguished Flying Medal.
Remarks by the Station Commander: This Air Gunner has maintained a high standard of keenness and devotion to duty throughout his tour and has set an excellent example to other gunners in the squadron. I strongly support his Squadron Commander's recommendation.’

William Roy McIntyre served during the Second World War as a Flight Sergeant in 218 (Gold Coast) Squadron, flying 31 Operational Sorties in both Wellingtons and Stirlings.

Sold with a R.A.F. cap badge.