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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain (Air Corps) Frank Terry Ellis (ASN: 0-25697), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Flight Commander with the 58th Fighter Group, during World War II. The skillful and zealous manner in which he has sought out the enemy and destroyed him, his devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Regiment:

    49th Fighter Group

    Action Date:

    September 10, 1950
    Headquarters, 5th Air Force, General Orders No. 212 (February 28, 1951)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Frank Terry Ellis (ASN: 0-25697/9823A), United States Air Force, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Squadron Commander with the 49th Fighter Group, in Korea, on 10 September 1950. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.