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Albert Park in honour of a RAAF pilot

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Author: 41st Battalion Association

Posted on 11 December 2019

Name in honour of Albert John Cockerill DSO, who was a native of Casino, NSW. Enlisting in the RAAF during WWII, he was awarded the Distinguished Service Order for bravery as a Halifax Bomber pilot with Bomber Command.

Sources:
  • Northern Star https://www.northernstar.com.au/news/alby-honoured-for-service/2000194/

Last updated: 12 December 2019

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