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This commemorative plaque records: Squadron Leader Victor Ekins MBE DFC was born here on 16th April 1914 and passed away on 25th February 1993. Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed, by so many, to so few
Squadron Leader Victor Ekins MBE DFC was a RAF pilot who served with distinction during World War II, contributing significantly to the British victory in the Battle of Britain; his bravery and skill exemplify the "Few" honored by Churchill's famous speech.
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