Sir Air Chief Marshal Augustus Walker GCB CBE DSO DFC AFC LdH CdeG
(1912-1986)
Commemorated on 1 plaque
Air Chief Marshal Sir Augustus Walker GCB, CBE, DSO, DFC, AFC, Ld'H, CdeG Was born in Garforth and brought up in this house. Serving in the RAF 1934-70, he rose to its highest ranks. An inspirational figure, he led daring bombing raids with 50 Squadron on industrial targets in Germany, and commanded a series of bomber stations during World War II. 1912-1986
Lidgett Lane, Garforth, United Kingdom where they lived