Arthur Bradfield Fairclough

Arthur Bradfield Fairclough

Infobox Military Person
name= Arthur Bradfield Fairclough


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born=25 July 1896
died=09 December 1968
placeofbirth= Toronto, Ontario
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allegiance=George V [Canadian airmen were required to complete an Attestation Paper in which they declared an oath of allegiance to King George the Fifth and agreed to serve in any arm of the service for the duration of the war between Great Britain and Germany. [http://www.theaerodrome.com/aces/canada/attestation/index.php aerodrome.com] ]
branch=Royal Flying Corps, Royal Air Force
serviceyears=
rank=Captain
unit=No. 19 Squadron RAF, No. 23 Squadron RAF
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Arthur Bradfield Fairclough MC (25 July 1896 - 09 December 1968) was a Canadian First World War flying ace, officially credited with 19 victories. [www.theaerodrome.com]

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Military Cross

"Lt. Arthur Bradfield Fairclough, Can. M.G. Co. and R.F.C.For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During four months he has destroyed four enemy machines, and has driven down two others completely out of control. When engaged with hostile aircraft he has at all times displayed the utmost dash and courage."

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