Award MiD Capt. G.T. Mills, E Squadron, Glider Pilot Regiment (Arnhem)

brithm · May 13, 2023

Award Distinguished Flying Cross & Mentioned in Dispatches Captain Gordon Thomas MILLS, E Squadron, No. 2 Wing Glider Pilot Regiment (220201)

This officer has taken part in three airborne operations, in Sicily, Normandy and at Arnhem. On all three occasions he has landed his glider safely and got his load out and into action. In addition, during the operation at Arnhem in September, 1944. Captain Mills accomplished his ground duties with exemplary coolness and efficiency and when suffering from shell concussion and utter weariness, remained with his squadron and fought to the end. His example was an inspiration to his men. Captain Mills was killed in action on the 20th September 1944.
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WO 373/146/296

Missing in Action 25th September Killed in Action 28th September 1944 aged 27 buried Rhenen General Cemetery, Netherlands

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