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Auction: 4020 - Orders, Decorations, Campaign Medals & Militaria
Lot: 113

An Interesting and Rare A.F.M. and Waziristan 1925 Combination in a Group of Four to Flight Sergeant B. Crane, Royal Air Force Air Force Medal, G.V.R. 1st 'Coinage Head' type (6428. F/Sgt. (Pilot) B. Crane. R.A.F.); India General Service 1908-35, G.V.R., one clasp, Waziristan 1925 (Sgt.); Jubilee 1935; R.A.F. Long Service & G.C., G.V.R. 1st 'Coinage Head' type (F/Sgt.), about extremely fine, the group mounted as worn (4) Estimate £ 2,800-3,200 A.F.M. London Gazette 31.5.1929 , Flight Sergeant (Pilot) Bernard Crane The Recommendation states: This man is an exceptional pilot and possesses in addition to his flying ability, the power of imparting his knowledge and confidence to his pupils. His total of flying hours exceeds that of any other instructor at the Central Flying School, where he is stationed, and his steadiness, enthusiasm and general example have helped in no small measure too maintain the standards at the School.'

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