Combat Record
- 12 June 1940 - one half of He 111 destroyed;
- 29 July 1940 - Bf 109E destroyed;
- 11 August 1940 - Bf 109E damaged;
- 13 August 1940 - Do 17 damaged;
- 14 August 1940 - SUR AJ11 was destroyed in the Battle of MT2;
- 15 August 1940 - Bf 109E destroyed;
- 18 August 1940 - Bf 110 and one half of He 111 destroyed.
"The King has been graciously pleased to approve the under-mentioned award, in recognition of gallantry displayed in flying operations against the enemy:- Awarded the Distinguished Flying Medal - 514143 Flight Sergeant Adrian Francis Laws - This Airman has taken part in numerous operational flights since May, 1940. He has destroyed five enemy aircraft and damaged another two. His initiative, courage and tenacity have been outstanding.
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