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Dennis Lacey

Summary

Dennis Vernon Dold Lacey (1919-1942) was a South African flying ace of World War II, credited with 5 'kills' and 2 probables.[1]

Dennis Vernon Dold Lacey
Born(1919-11-06)6 November 1919
Karoi, Rhodesia
Died7 August 1942(1942-08-07) (aged 22)
Service/branchSouth African Air Force
RankMajor
Service numberP203185V
Commands held
Battles/warsWorld War II
Awards

Lacey was born in Rhodesia but grew up in Cape Town. He joined the Permanent Force in July 1940 in the South African Air Force. He joined 2 Squadron SAAF in 1941 and was awarded a DFC.[1] He was posted to 6 Squadron SAAF in South Africa till June 1942 before being posted to 5 Squadron SAAF in the Western Desert. He was promoted to Officer Commanding in July 1942.[1]

He was killed on 7 August 1942 when we was shot down after being hit by flak.[1]

References edit

  1. ^ a b c d Shores, C; Williams C (15 July 2008). Aces High: A Tribute to the Most Notable Fighter Pilots. Grub Street. ISBN 978-1-898697-00-8.