Sydney Carlin (RAF officer)
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Sydney "Timbertoes" Carlin, MC, DFC, DCM (1889 – 9 May 1941) was a British flying ace of the First World War, despite having previously lost a leg during the Battle of the Somme. He returned to the Royal Air Force in the Second World War, serving as an air gunner during the Battle of Britain.
For the US politician, see Sydney Carlin (politician).
For the WWI pilot and artist, see Sydney Carline.
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Sydney Carlin | |
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Nickname(s) | Timbertoes |
Born | 1889 Kingston upon Hull, Yorkshire, England |
Died | 9 May 1941 (aged 51–52) Peterborough, Soke of Peterborough, England |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army Royal Air Force |
Years of service | 1908–1909 1915–1924 1940–1941 |
Rank | Pilot Officer |
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Battles/wars | |
Awards | Military Cross Distinguished Flying Cross Distinguished Conduct Medal |
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