Frank Taylor

Career

Born in Wolverhampton, he joined Gillingham from Bournemouth in 1928 and went on to make 29 appearances for the club in The Football League, scoring eight goals.

Achievements

• Text of citation for award of the Military Cross For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. On one occasion, whilst on offensive patrol, he shot down a hostile scout in flames and a second out of control. On the following day he shot down an enemy triplane, which finally crashed to earth. During the recent operations he has carried out many successful attacks on enemy infantry from low altitudes, and has taken part in over 80 offensive patrols. His gallantry and good service merit the highest praise.