Second World War Mentioned in Despatches and Royal Air Force Long Service and Good Conduct group awarded to Flight Sergeant W. Linley, Royal Air Force who would be Mentioned in Despatches in the London Gazette of 14th January 1944.
Group of 5: 1939-1945 Star; Africa Star; Defence Medal; War Medal with Mentioned in Despatches oak leaf; Royal Air Force Long Service and Good Conduct Medal, GVIR 1st type bust; (565256 F. SGT. W. LINLEY. R.A.F.) Loose-mounted for wear
Condition: loose-mounted for wear, Good Very Fine
Walter Linley was born in Hemsworth, Yorkshire in January 1914 and enlisted in January 1931 serving with 1 Wing. Appointed Aircraftman 1st Class on 5th January 1934 serving with 207 Squadron at Bircham Newton. He would be Mentioned in Despatches in the London Gazette of 14th January 1944.
