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Jun 19, 1913 New Zealand Died on 12 Jul 2000 (aged 87)

New Zealand bomber pilot with the Royal Air Force

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About Peter Langloh Donkin

  • Peter Langloh Donkin (19 June 1913 – 12 July 2000) was a New Zealand reconnaissance pilot with the Royal Air Force (RAF) who rose to the rank of Air Commodore.
  • He is thought to be the first western serviceman to be attacked by the Germans in World War II.Citation for Distinguished Service Order : 22 Feb 1944 : awarded to Group Captain Peter Langloh Donkin Commanding Officer 35 Wing : "In recognition of gallantry and devotion to duty in operations.
  • From a low level he took excellent photographs of a heavily defended section of the French coat.
  • As a Commanding Officer he distinguished himself with outstanding leadership and his careful planning and discipline have enabled his squadrons to undertake sustained offensive and photographic operations with notable success."

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