the Rhodesian Broadcasting Corporation. Dixon's role in the raid was commemorated in the song "Green Leader" by John Edmond as he was considered a hero in Rhodesia for his actions. He later led the bombing raid against ZIPRA in Operation Vanity over Angola flying an English Electric Canberra bomber but almost had to abort participation due to a radio fault. For his military successes, he was awarded the Defence Cross for Distinguished Service on 13 April 1979. Following the end of his Rhodesian military service, Dixon remained in the newly reconstituted Zimbabwe until his death in 2011. References 2011 deaths Rhodesian Air Force personnel Rhodesian military personnel of the Bush War Alumni of Plumtree School People from Zvishavane 1943 births Bomber pilots