Medal & Mortality index
The Distinguished Service Order was instituted by Queen Victoria, September
6th, 1886. May be conferred on Commissioned Officers who have been
specially mentioned in despatches for meritorious or distinguished service in
the field or before the enemy. Bars may be added for additional acts of
gallantry. Since August 1st, 1918, this Order has been awarded in respect of
active service for "services in action " only, i.e., for service under fire or
for distinguished individual service in connection with air-raids, bombardments
or other enemy action.
FARRINGTON, Capt. Windham Brookes ... ... ... 3/Notts & Derby (R.F.C.)
In FRANCE, 24th December, 1917, to 11th March, 1918. On five occasions during a
period of three months he has led formations on long-distance bombing raids, in
which despite bad weather conditions, he has found and bombed his objectives
with the most excellent results.
All the operations in which he has taken part have proved highly successful, and
his capabilities have stood out most prominently. He is a keen and most
efficient pilot, and by his courage and determination has set a splendid example
to his squadron. [2733