Flying Officer Paul Richey had missed the Battle of Britain due to wounds sustained during he fighting in France. Finally returning to action in the Spring of 1941, he was posted to No. 609 Squadron and participated heavily in the RAF counter-offensive. He flew almost continuously from June to August, twice a day on offensive sweeps and circuses. During that time he scored two kills, two probables, and damaged three 109s while being shot up on two occasions in return. On the 11th of July, 609 Squadron had one of its best days when they were able to bounce a formation of 109s. During this fight Richey, leading yellow flight, got his second kill of the summer. Other members of the fight scored as well.
