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Heroes

Naval Aviation Heroes

The history of Naval aviation includes four Victoria Crosses for valour in the air. Two were awarded to the Royal Naval Air Service in the First World War and two were posthumously awarded during the Second World War. Numerous other acts of conspicuous bravery and gallantry have been recognised over the past 100 years.

Click on the links below to explore the achievements of some of the most remarkable people in the history of the Fleet Air Arm.

Captain Eric ‘Winkle’ Brown

Richard Bell-Davies VC CB DSO AFC

Flight Sub Lieutenant Reginald Warneford VC

Lieutenant Robert Hampton “Hammy” Gray VC, DSC

Lieutenant Commander Eugene Kingsmill Esmonde VC DSO