Charles Learmonth
Charles Cuthbertson Learmonth DFC & Bar (2 May 1917 – 6 January 1944) was an officer in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) during World War II. He commanded No. 22 Squadron in combat during the New Guinea campaign, and subsequently took over No. 14 Squadron which was stationed near Perth, Western Australia. He was killed in a flying accident on 6 January 1944, and one of the RAAF's bases was later named in his honour.
Charles Cuthbertson Learmonth | |
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| Born | 2 May 1917 Portland, Victoria |
| Died | 6 January 1944 (aged 26) near Rottnest Island |
| Allegiance | Australia |
| Service/ | Royal Australian Air Force |
| Years of service | 1938–1944 |
| Rank | Wing Commander |
| Commands held | No. 14 Squadron RAAF No. 22 Squadron RAAF |
| Battles/wars | Second World War |
| Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross & Bar |
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