1965 War Hero Alfred Tyrone Cooke Dies in New Delhi
· India · Hindustan Times, The Hindu
Flight Lieutenant Alfred Tyrone Cooke, a Vir Chakra awardee and veteran of the 1965 Indo-Pak War, died on Friday at the Base Hospital in New Delhi. The Indian Air Force paid tribute to the veteran, highlighting his role in a legendary dogfight over Kalaikunda in West Bengal. Cooke received the Vir Chakra for his gallantry during an air attack launched from East Pakistan on September 7, 1965. The IAF described his combat performance as a masterclass in aggressive aviation and resolve.
Why it matters
The passing of a decorated 1965 war veteran marks the loss of a significant figure in Indian military aviation history.
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