RAF 101 Special Lancaster Sqn
Born at Forestburg, AB. Attended high schools in Forestburg and Daysland AB. Enl. Edmonton Jan 41. Overseas in Oct. 41. Posthumously awarded DFC Dec 1942: "When nearing the target area, his aircraft, held in a cone of searchlights was hit and one of his engines put out of action. Despite this PO Dabbs flew on to his target but as his release mechanism was damaged he could not release his bombs. Displaying skillful airmanship he flew his aircraft back to Britain without a wireless. With a full bomb-load he made a masterly landing in poor visibility. This officer's skill and determination in the face of adverse circumstances set an example worthy of the highest praise. He has flown on several sorties of distinction." This 19-year-old Lancaster pilot died with his crew,who are buried beside him, and was survived by his mother, Mrs. Florence D. Dabbs of Daysland, AB., and brothers FO Dabbs RCAF and DR Dabbs RCN.
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