Basic Details Surname Smyth Forenames D Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename David War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Honours Distinguished Flying Cross Notes Additional information provided by the college website (see references). He served with 614 Squadron, Bomber Command, and was killed whilst flying a Blenheim from Borizzo, Sicily. Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Flight Lieutenant Death and Burial details Year of death 1945 Month of death November Age at death 28 Manner of death reference Killed in Action