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The contents of the memoir are heresay but they are nevertheless damning because the unknown says that he had access to the squadron records after the war. He describes Bishop’s first combat report, describes the notation added by the squadron commander, says that Wing level similarly noted it but that Brigade confirmed the claims notwithstanding, implicating at least Brigade level personnel in any deception. He describes the prevailing mood of disbelief among 60RFC personnel. He then says that he was given full access to all squadron records and comments that they "were as I have stated". His most damning comment is "This.." (the disbelief in 60RFC) "..astounded me in view of the strict regulations governing the crediting of combat victories. I thought it was a case of claims being exaggerated. I was wide of the mark.". Can’t you feel the repressed anger ?

Assuming that he was given the access to records he claims, I can see why Alex headed this thread "New evidence". It doesn’t prove that Bishop deceived. It does assist with understanding how Bishop’s claims came to be credited when ordinarily they would not have been.