I am of the old school. I do not accept that character assassinations of our heros is warranted or fair. When I met him he came across as being pompous but his status as a hero was untouchable. His record was unimpeachable and his ideas were poo pooed by lesser commanders than Park but not by those he fought with. He got things done and to overcome a foolish moment at Woodley he paid the price but he returned the faith
placed in him. He became a good leader and was fearless. The RAF say he was shot down - he said he had a collision - who cares? DB was a brave man and one of this nations heros. What else matters?