Medal & Mortality index
The Distinguished Flying Cross is awarded to Officers and Warrant Officers
for acts of gallantry when flying in active operations against the enemy. Bars
may be added for additional acts of gallantry.
Ross, Capt. Charles ... ... ... ... ... 25th Squadron, R.A.F.
On the DOUAI CAMBRAI Road, i3th August, 1918. Since October last this officer
has carried out 240 hours' service flying, mainly on long solo photographic
reconnaissances at very low altitudes. In this arduous and trying service he has
shown exceptional skill, perseverance and courage, notably on one very important
reconnaissance, when he was attacked by ten enemy aeroplanes. Engaging one at
close range, this officer shot it down in flames, and in face of the hostile
attack he completed the reconnaissance. [765422