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Entry
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DACKOMBE
(and variants)
Forces War Records
C T DACOMBE
1940


Below is the information for C T DACOMBE

First Name: C.T 
Surname: Dacombe 
Nationality: British 
Information: General Duties Branch - Pilot Officer. 1940. On Probation. 
More Information: Serving on the Active List of the R.A.F 
Rank: Pilot Officer 
Campaign Medals: War Medal 1939-1945

As with most Armed Forces Serving Personal during the conflict of World War Two, C.T Dacombe was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal. 

1939-45 Star
Given the information available to us it is likely that C.T Dacombe was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
C.T Dacombe would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.

Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp. 

Service: Royal Air Force 
Unit: Active List 
Active List during World War 2
More information about Active List

The Active List is a list of officers who have retired before the end of their expected service period. They may carry out general duties and can still be called upon and deployed in times of crisis.
These duties could include (but are not limited to):
- Duties at Staff Headquarters
- Duties at the War Office
- Territorial Force Duties
- Training Courses 
Click here for more information on Active List 

Seniority Date: 01-Apr-40 
Collection: UK Air Force List 1940 

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