| Rank | AC2 |
| Service # | R274192 |
| Unit # | R.C.A.F. 429 Squadron, 2dn Kent Regt |
| 24th Reg. | Yes |
| Resident | Chatham |
Born in 1925 at Petrolia, Lampton, Co., ON., the son of David Wilson. of 52 St. George St., Chatham, ON.
Charles enlisted with the 2nd Kent Regt. serving with them for 1941 – 42 in the regimental Signal Corps.
Charles transferred to the RCAF in September of 1943, he did his basic training at the Toronto, Manning Station (Exposition Grounds #13 Depot Angus, #5 FTS at Camp Bordon, #2 AGST Calgary North Hill Survival School at North Battleford, SK. and at other stations for two years before going overseas in January of 1945. In England AC2. Wilson was assigned to 6 Bomber Group with 429 Squadron at Leeming Bar. After hostilities Charles remained in England with a ‘holding unit’ until his return to Canada and was discharged in 1946 at Lachine, PQ.
In 2013 the Canadian government authorized a “Bomber Command Bar” :
“Today, our Government is proud to honour Canadians who served in Bomber Command operations during the Second World War by presenting them with the first Bomber Command Bar,” said Minister Fantino. “The brave men who served with the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) and the Royal Air Force (RAF) in Bomber Command operations did so at a very heavy cost; approximately 10,000 of them paid the ultimate price, losing their lives in the skies of Europe, in training accidents or in prisoners of war camps. There is no question that their courage and dedication played an important part in bringing victory to the Allies in the Second World War.”
“The Bomber Command Bar recognizes Canadian Bomber Command Veterans for their commitment and bravery in facing some of the most difficult odds of the Second World War,” said Minister Nicholson. “Despite great risk—almost half of all aircrew never made it to the end of their tour—thousands volunteered. The nation stands forever grateful for their service, and we will always remember and honour their bravery and sacrifice. Lest we forget.”
Charles received his “Bomber Command” bar.
Charles was living in Vineland, ON. in 2013. IODE(P), D. Wilson (daughter).
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