[Michael]

Let's get serious.

All Canadian pilots were liars and cheats.

Almost all British pilots were liars, but no one suspects their motives.

The Australians were probably liars and cheats as well, but no one dares say so.

Only the German pilots are worthy of any hero worship.

Or so you would believe if you read some of the threads.

I'm not convinced by anything I've read so far. As a medal collector of over 25 years' standing, I cannot credit a VC being given to Bishop from political pressure or through "petticoat influence".

The most likely answer is that there was supporting evidence through intelligence reports (agents behind the lines, prisoners, etc.). They may have been destroyed long ago, or they may yet surface in some nook.