Tag: New Zealand

William Vernon Crawford-Compton

April 13, 2026

Discover the biography of William Vernon Crawford-Compton, the New Zealander RAF ace with 20 victories. From Spitfire Mk V to Air Vice Marshal.

April 10, 2026

Discover the biography of Basil Collins, a decorated New Zealand RAF pilot. His heroism in the Battle of Britain, D-Day, and tragic end in 1944.

April 3, 2026

Wilfrid G. Clouston: New Zealand RAF ace. Spitfire pilot at Dunkirk & Battle of Britain. Commanded squadrons in SEA, survived Japanese captivity.