Walter Arnold
RAF Airman and recipient of George Cross
About Walter Arnold
Lived 1906 – 1988 (aged 81).
Walter Arnold GC (30 August 1906 – 12 March 1988) was a recipient of the Empire Gallantry Medal (later exchanged for the George Cross) and a Royal Air Force airman.
On 20 June 1928, Leading Aircraftman Arnold was a passenger in an aircraft which crashed on landing at Digby Aerodrome. Arnold was able to free himself from the burning wreckage but he re-entered the flames in order to rescue the unconscious pilot. In doing so, Arnold sustained burns to his face, neck and hands and his actions undoubtedly saved the pilot's life.
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Who was Walter Arnold?
RAF Airman and recipient of George Cross (1906–1988)
When was Walter Arnold born?
Walter Arnold was born on 30 August 1906.
When did Walter Arnold die?
Walter Arnold died on 12 March 1988.
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