MITCHNER John Davidson (S/L) RCAF J16799

Distinguished Flying Cross le 26 octobre 1943

This officer has completed a large number of sorties including several very successful attacks on shipping. He is a most determined and able leader whose confidence in action have proved inspiring in combat. Flight Lieutenant Mitchner has destroyed three enemy aircraft.

Bar to Distinguished Flying Cross le 6 juillet 1945

This officer has completed many sorties against the enemy since being awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. He has consistently displayed a high degree of skill and determination and has been responsible for the destruction of ten enemy aircraft. One day in April 1945, Squadron Leader Mitchner led two armed reconnaissances, resulting in the destruction of forty-five motor transport, whilst more than another 100 were damaged. His devotion to duty has been most commendable.

Netherland Flying Cross le 1 janvier 1946

This officer has been awarded the Netherlands Flying Cross for distinguishing himself during the operations near Arnhem from September 17 to 25, by deeds of initiative, courage and perseverance and showing in every respect an uncommon devotion to duty and a great tenacity of purpose.

Public Record Office Air 2/9642 has recommendation which reads differently and gives rank as Flight Lieutenant.

This officer is a pilot and flight commander of outstanding ability. During the invasion of Holland, as squadron commander, he participated in many successful sorties in support of the First Airborne Division at Arnhem. During these operations large formations of enemy aircraft were encountered. Flight Lieutenant Mitchner enabled his squadron to destroy at least 18 enemy aircraft, while may more were damaged and probably destroyed. Flight Lieutenant Mitchner himself destroyed five aircraft. Throughout the operations Flight Lieutenant Mitchner set a very fine example.