Elliss Trevor Ware

Pilot Officer · 123618 · United Kingdom

Fate

Unknown

Biography

Awards

• Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) — gazetted 12 March 1943

  One night in February, 1943, this officer captained an aircraft detailed to attack Lorient. During the outward flight, whilst crossing the French coast, one of the starboard engines failed. Despite this, Pilot Officer Ware continuedhis mission. When nearing the target area one of the port engines showed signs of over-heating, but he flew on to the target and bombed it. Afterwards, Pilot Officer Ware flew the bomber back to base on 3 engines, having skilfully controlled the over-heated engine. This officer displayed great skill and determination' in completing his task successfully under difficult circumstances.

Source: London Gazette notice — Issue 35940, Page 1245 →