ed that he would be given an instructor job in England, which shocked Billy. He wanted to obtain the highest score ever in victories than any other fighter pilot. He left the 60th squadron with a confirmed 50 victories, including the Victory Cross, Distinguished Service Order, and Military Cross, these achievements were made during intense fighting period of 5 months. Billy returned home to Canada on the extended leave he was given before he had to return to his new job as instructor. During his leave in Canada, he married his fiance, Margaret Burden on October 17th, 1917 in Toronto. Thousands of citizens gathered on the streets of Toronto to catch a glimpse of the Canadian hero, Billy Bishop, who had captured their attention and hearts. Billy returned to England expecting to be attending his appointment for the instructor position but was promoted to Major instead. He was given his own squadron, the No. 88 squadron at Hounslow, Middlesex on March 13th, 1918. Billy was allowed to select his own pilots for his Squadron. He gathered pilots from British, Canadian, New Zealand, and American pilots. His new Squadron headed back to France on May 22nd, 1918 where his record of victories grew. Through his last days fighting in the war, he achieved his dream and goal to be the only fighter pilot with the most victories in combat. During his last 12 days of combat his victory record jumped another 25 from 50, which brought him to a total of 75 confirmed victories. The last five aircraft shot down by Billy was on his last day of combat when he wanted one last flight of what he was born to do. He survived the war and an encounter with the Red Baron. On his return to England he was recognized for his achievements.Billy was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel on August 5th and was given the position Officer-in-charge of bringing the Canadian Air Force up to speed for the war. On the way back to Canada, Billy was informed of the armistice w...
