Complex sentence: He was credited with eight aerial victories, and led No.75 Squadron during the Battle of Port Moresby in 1942, earning praise for his leadership before his death in combat on 28 April.
Split into simpler sentences: He was credited with eight aerial victories, and led No.75 Squadron during the Battle of Port Moresby in 1942. He earned praise for his leadership during the defence of Port Moresby before his death in combat on 28 April.