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Flight Lieutenant K. H. F Letford, DFO
Flight Lieutenant Kenneth Harold Francis Letford, as he appeared in the Illustrated London News in 1949, when he was awarded a bar to his Distinguished Flying Cross for gallantry in assisting HMS Amethyst whilst stricken in the River Yangtse. Letford also holds a Distinguished Service Order. Date: 1949
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Media ID 14126037
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1949 Amethyst Award Bravery Distinguished Francis Gallantry Harold Kenneth Lieutenant Order Yangtse
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this striking photograph, Flight Lieutenant Kenneth Harold Francis Letford, DFC and DSO, is seen in the Illustrated London News from 1949, proudly displaying the bar added to his Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) for his acts of gallantry during the rescue mission of HMS Amethyst in the treacherous waters of the River Yangtse. Letford's distinguished military career began during World War II, where he earned his first decoration, the Distinguished Service Order (DSO), for his exceptional service in the Royal Air Force. The photograph captures Letford in his flight uniform, wearing the ribbons of both his DFC and DSO medals, with the bar of the DFC prominently displayed on his left chest. The backdrop of the image is a simple, muted background, drawing all attention to Letford and his achievements. The event that led to Letford's second DFC award took place in 1949, when HMS Amethyst, a British naval vessel, was under attack and stranded in the Yangtse River. Letford, who was a pilot at the time, bravely flew numerous sorties over the area, providing cover for the beleaguered ship and its crew. His actions were instrumental in the successful evacuation of the crew and the eventual rescue of HMS Amethyst. This photograph is a testament to Letford's unwavering bravery and dedication to duty. It is a significant historical image that showcases the heroism and resilience of the men and women who served in the military during the 1940s. The photograph is a valuable addition to any collection of military history or aviation memorabilia.
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