Frank Watkins (pilot), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Frank Watkins (pilot)

New Zealand pilot recommended for the Victoria Cross

Date of Birth: 21-Mar-1922

Place of Birth: Dargaville, Northland Region, New Zealand

Date of Death: 20-Dec-1942

Profession: navigator

Nationality: New Zealand

Zodiac Sign: Aries


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About Frank Watkins (pilot)

  • Frank Vernon Watkins (21 March 1922 – 20 December 1942) was an officer of the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) during the Second World War.
  • He was killed in air operations trying to save a close comrade and for this action was recommended for the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.

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