Major A. Shekleton

[Steve]

The entity first christened ‘41 Squadron RFC’ on 15 April 1916 was formed from a nucleus of men of 28 Squadron, which at the time was commanded by Major A. Shekelton.

Could someone give me Skekelton's first name(s), please, and maybe tell me a little about the man?

Google and RAFweb don't tell me anything about him, so any help would be appreciated, thanks.

Regards
Steve

[MattyBoy]

Hi Steve,

Alexander Shekleton DSO, OBE.
Gained Royal Aero Club certificate no.399 on 21-Jan-1913.
Promoted Wing Commander, 03-July-1923, to Group Captain 26-Nov-1935.
Don't know his date of birth.

Regards
Matt.

[Scott]

Alexander Shekleton, The Royal Munster Fusiliers, promoted to Captain on 28 April 1915; appointed Squadron Commander with temporary rank of Major on 12 January 1916.

Casualty Details
Name: SHEKLETON, ALEXANDER
Initials: A
Nationality: United Kingdom
Rank: Group Captain
Regiment: Royal Air Force
Date of Death: 01/03/1941
Awards: CBE
Casualty Type: Commonwealth War Dead
Cemetery: OTTAWA CREMATION MEMORIAL

[Steve]

Thanks Matt and "Admin"; I appreciate your assistance and quick replies.
Regards
Steve

[Graeme]

Steve

From the Fourth Supplement to the London Gazette of Tuesday, the 9th of April, 1918 published on Thursday, 11 April, 1918:

War Office,
11th April, 1918.

His Majesty the KING has been graciously pleased to approve of the undermentioned rewards for distinguished services in the Field in connection with Military Operations, culminating in the capture of Jerusalem. Dated 1st January, 1918: —

Awarded the Distinguished Service Order.

Capt. (T./Lt.-Col.) Alexander Shekleton, R. Mun. Fus. & R.F.C

Graeme

[Steve]

Cheers Graeme
Thanks for the additional info.
Regards
Steve

[Graeme]

From the London Gazette of 3 July 1923:

The undermentioned officers are promoted to the ranks stated, with effect from 30th June, 1923.

Squadron Leaders to be Wing Commanders:

Alexander SHEKLETON, D.S.O.

Graeme