George Gates
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Captain George Brian Gates (born 21 July 1899, date of death unknown) was a World War I flying ace
credited with 15 aerial victories.
He joined the Royal Naval Air Service
in June 1917.
Lieut. George Brian Gates
On a recent occasion this officer, singlehanded, engaged two enemy two-seaters, bringing down both in flames. He has, in addition, destroyed a third machine and shot down two kite balloons in flames. On whatever duty engaged—bombing, attacking troops on the ground, or fighting in the air—this officer displays consistent courage and skill.
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) Bar
Lieut. (A./Capt.) George Brian Gates, D.F.C. (FRANCE.)
This officer sets a fine example to the other pilots of his squadron, being conspicuous for his cool courage and brilliant leadership. During the past month he has accounted for six enemy two-seaters, five being driven down in flames and one crashed.
Flying ace
A flying ace or fighter ace is a military aviator credited with shooting down several enemy aircraft during aerial combat. The actual number of aerial victories required to officially qualify as an "ace" has varied, but is usually considered to be five or more...
credited with 15 aerial victories.
He joined the Royal Naval Air Service
Royal Naval Air Service
The Royal Naval Air Service or RNAS was the air arm of the Royal Navy until near the end of the First World War, when it merged with the British Army's Royal Flying Corps to form a new service , the Royal Air Force...
in June 1917.
Honors and awards
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)Lieut. George Brian Gates
On a recent occasion this officer, singlehanded, engaged two enemy two-seaters, bringing down both in flames. He has, in addition, destroyed a third machine and shot down two kite balloons in flames. On whatever duty engaged—bombing, attacking troops on the ground, or fighting in the air—this officer displays consistent courage and skill.
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) Bar
Lieut. (A./Capt.) George Brian Gates, D.F.C. (FRANCE.)
This officer sets a fine example to the other pilots of his squadron, being conspicuous for his cool courage and brilliant leadership. During the past month he has accounted for six enemy two-seaters, five being driven down in flames and one crashed.