He was captured when Corregidor surrendered and survived 40 months as a prisoner - of - war , although his health was ruined .
The position of Air Officer of the Philippine Department was abolished and Richards made a supernumerary staff member of FEAF headquarters .
staff member was captured when Corregidor surrendered and survived 40 months as a prisoner - of - war , although staff member 's health was ruined .
The position of Air Officer of the Philippine Department was abolished and Richards made a supernumerary staff member of FEAF headquarters .