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"The foregoing relates to an engagement by two of our machines with 6 Enemy Scouts and 1 two-seater, from which only one scout regained his own aerodrome, the remaining six being all either destroyed or driven down. Our machines returned intact."
15. To O.C. Palestine Brigade, R.A.F.
Lieut. C.S. PAUL – A.F.C.
Lieut. W.J.A WEIR – A.F.C.
You're A/65 of 18.8.1918 and enclosures received.
The G.O.C. directs me to send his congratulations to those two officers, which please convey to them.
(Sgd.) W.D. Long, Major S02 (B)
Royal Air Force, Middle East.
H.Q. Egypt.
23.8.1918
Officer Commanding H.Q. Palestine Brigade,
40th Wing Royal Air Force,
Royal Air Force A.65 25.8.1918
Reference above copy of letter.
Please also convey the congratulations of the General Officer Commanding, Palestine Brigade, R.A.F.
(Sgd.) H.G. Clougston
Captain, Staff Capt.
In the Field 25.8.1918 For G.O.C. Palestine Brigade R.A.F.
Officer Commanding General Staff,
1st Squadron H.Q. 40th Wing R.A.F.
A.F.C. No. 2100
For your necessary action and return please.
This is in connection with the award of the Distinguished Flying Cross, to these Officers.(Sgd.) H. Williams Lieut. Col.
Commanding 40th Wing R.A.F.
In the Field.
26.8.1918
SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAY
16. The G.O.C. wishes to record his admiration of the work of all units in the Brigade during the recent operations. The work in the air has been carried out with a gallantry and determination which have been beyond praise, and the devotion to duty displayed in the work on the ground both in the production and maintenance of Aircraft has resulted in a remarkably large proportion being kept serviceable
All ranks may feel satisfied that they have by their efforts materially assisted in the magnificent success of recent operations.
(Issued with Palestine Brigade Routine Order No.24 dated 30.9.1918).
17. The following congratulatory letter dated 3rd October 1918. Received from Major General Salmond, D.S.O., G.O.C., R.A.F. Middle East is published for the information of all ranks.