Basic Details Surname Higginson Forenames F W Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Frederick William ('Taffy') War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Served Honours Order of the British Empire, Distinguished Flying Cross, Distinguished Flying Medal Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) RAF Unit (Primary - Stated) 56 Squadron Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Wing Commander Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) 56 Squadron Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Wing Commander