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Major Oliver Stewart, MC (formerly 9th Battalion Middlesex Regiment) Royal Flying Corps, 1918 circa. (w / c)
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Major Oliver Stewart, MC (formerly 9th Battalion Middlesex Regiment) Royal Flying Corps, 1918 circa. (w / c)
5927572 Major Oliver Stewart, MC (formerly 9th Battalion Middlesex Regiment) Royal Flying Corps, 1918 circa. (w/c) by Jennings, Reginald George (fl. 1918); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Major Oliver Stewart, MC (formerly 9th Battalion Middlesex Regiment) Royal Flying Corps, 1918 circa.
Watercolour by Reginald George Jennings, 1918 circa.
Stewart served with 2/9th Battalion The Duke of Cambridges Own (Middlesex Regiment) and transferred to the Royal Flying Corps in 1915, receiving his Royal Aero Club Aviators Certificate on a Maurice Farman biplane at Military School, Thetford, in March 1916. Serving with 54 Squadron, flying the Sopwith Pup in 1917, he was credited with despatching five German aircraft, qualifying him as an ace.
His Military Cross citation (London Gazette, 17 September 1917) refers to his conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty whist undertaking bomber escort duties and offensive patrols, when he showed, great fearlessness and skill during severe fighting at close range with enemy machines, successfully holding his own, although on several occasions outnumbered by them. After retiring from the Royal Air Force Stewart became an aviation journalist.); © National Army Museum; British, out of copyright
Media ID 25152394
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases Major Oliver Stewart, MC, a distinguished member of the Royal Flying Corps during World War I. The image, captured in 1918 by Reginald George Jennings, portrays Major Stewart with an air of confidence and determination. Prior to his service in the Royal Flying Corps, Major Stewart served with the 2/9th Battalion The Duke of Cambridges Own (Middlesex Regiment). In 1915, he made a significant career shift and transferred to the Royal Flying Corps. His dedication and skill were recognized when he received his Royal Aero Club Aviators Certificate on a Maurice Farman biplane at Military School in Thetford in March 1916. During his time with the 54 Squadron, flying the Sopwith Pup in 1917, Major Stewart achieved remarkable success as an ace pilot. Credited with dispatching five German aircraft, he demonstrated great fearlessness and skill while engaging enemy machines at close range. His gallantry and devotion to duty earned him the prestigious Military Cross. After retiring from active duty in the Royal Air Force, Major Oliver Stewart pursued a career as an aviation journalist. This photograph serves as a testament to his bravery and contributions during one of history's most challenging periods. The National Army Museum proudly preserves this historic piece alongside its collection of invaluable artifacts that commemorate those who have served their country selflessly throughout history.
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