John "Paddy" Hemingway, group captain and one of "the few" that Winston Churchill referred to, celebrated his birthday in the British embassy.
It was commemorated with the exhibition of pictures by British painter Dan Llywelyn Hall that reflected various eras of Mr. Hemingway's life.
The celebration was also attended by members of Mr. Hemingway's family and representatives of the Royal Air Force.
During the event, Mr. Hemingway gave a brief address, stating, "I can't talk very much because my breath doesn't allow me." But I really appreciate you being here. It's made my day."
Happy 105th birthday Paddy! 🎂@RoyalAirForce
— British Embassy Dublin (@BritEmbDublin) July 18, 2024
Yesterday we were honoured to celebrate with Dubliner Group Captain John 'Paddy' Hemingway - one of the last known surviving Battle of Britain pilots.
To mark the occasion, 5 portraits by @danllywelynhall were unveiled in his honour. pic.twitter.com/w4AKMbtz88
In 2022, Mr. Hemingway was recognised by the Irish Air Corps at a Dublin ceremony.
Born in 1919 in Dublin, he enlisted in the RAF in 1938 and flew with the young pilots during the Battle of France.
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