Basic Details Surname Tait Forenames James Brian Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Served Honours DSO and 3 Bars; DFC and Bar Notes Was nominated for a VC but not awarded. Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) R.A.F Unit (Primary - Stated) 617 Squadron Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Group Captain Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) 617 Squadron Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Group Captain Death and Burial details Country of death Survived - not applicable Manner of death reference Not Applicable