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Flight Sub-Lieutenant R. A. J. Warneford, R.N. Won The V.V. For Blowing Up A Zeppelin Between Ghent And Brussels.
DTE062. Flight Sub-Lieutenant R. A. J. Warneford, R.N. Won The V.V. For Blowing Up A Zeppelin Between Ghent And Brussels. At 3 oclock on the morning of the 7th June 1915, flight Sub-Lieutenant R. A. J. Warneford, R.N., attacked a Zeppelin in the air, between Ghent and Brussels, at 6,000 feet. He dropped six bombs, and the airship exploded, fell to the ground, and burst for a considerable time. The force of the explosion caused the Morane monoplane to turn upside down. The pilot succeeded in returned fighting the machine, but had to make a forced landing in the enemys country. However, he was able to re-start his engine and returned safely to the aerodrome. Within twenty-four hours he was awarded the V.C., notification being conveyed to him in a telegram from His Majesty the King. Also, the French Authorities conferred upon him the Cross-of a Chevalier of the Legion of Honour, in recognition of his brilliant exploit. First World War antique black and white book plate published c.1916-18 of glorious acts of heroism during the Great War. This plate may also have text on the reverse side which does not affect the framed side. Title and text describing the event beneath image as shown. Paper size 10.5 inches x 8.5 inches (27cm x 22cm)
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