For Valour

Richard Bell-Davies was a founding figure of naval aviation who displayed exemplary courage in World War One. Graham Pitchfork profiles this remarkable pioneer.

VICTORIA CROSS RICHARD BELL-DAVIES

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A career naval officer, Richard Bell-Davies had been in the Royal Navy for ten years when he qualified for his Royal Aeronautical Club certificate (No. 90) in May 1911 making him one of the first naval pilots.

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