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Ronald (Ras) Berry
- Extended Description
- He was born in Hull on the 3rd May 1917, joined the RAFVR in 1937 as Sergeant and posted to 603 Squadron in November 1939. Appointed OBE in 1946 and CBE in 1965, and died in 2000.
London Gazetted dated 25th October 1940 Distinguished Flying Cross.
Pilot Officer Ronald BERRY (78538), Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve.
Pilot Officer Berry has personally destroyed six enemy aircraft, and assisted in the destruction of several others. Through innumerable engagements with the enemy he has shown the greatest gallantry and determination in pressing home his attacks at close range. The skill and dash with which this officer has led his section have done much to assure their successes.
London Gazette dated 1st June 1943
"Acting Wing Commander Ronald BERRY, D.F.C. (78538), Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve.
In the campaign in North Africa, this officer participated in a large number of sorties and displayed great skill and leadership. In addition he has displayed excellent organising ability, which has contributed materially to the success of the wing he commands. Wing Commander Berry has destroyed 17 enemy aircraft."
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/obituaries/1356660/Air-Commodore-Ronald-Ras-Berry.html
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-humber-27035973
http://en.ww2awards.com/person/43816
