Flight Lieutenant Norman Hugh Donald Ramsey

Flight Lieutenant Norman Hugh Donald Ramsey
Flight Lieutenant Norman Hugh Donald Ramsey was born on 29 July 1919 in Eastcote.

  • Joined the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve in 1939 and was called to full service upon the outbreak of war.
  • In May 1940, he joined No. 92 Squadron.
  • In June 1940, joined No. 610 Squadron.
  • He joined No. 222 Squadron in September 1940.
  • In March 1941,  joined No. 61 OTU as an instructor.
  • Joined No. 1435 Squadron in Luqa, Malta in January 1943.

    Flight Lieutenant Ramsey and squadron
  • Ramsey had 1 confirmed kill during the Battle of Britain.
  • Posted back to the UK in July 1943.
  • He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross.
  • Retired from the RAF in July 1962 as Flight Lieutenant. He then emigrated to New Zealand.

Photos: Battle of Britain Monument website (bbm.org.uk)

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