Ernest Mustard Explained

Ernest Andrew Mustard
Birth Date:1893 9, df=yes
Birth Place:Oakleigh, Melbourne, Australia
Death Place:Queensland, Australia
Nickname:Pard
Allegiance:British Empire
Branch:Signals, infantry, then flying service
Rank:Lieutenant
Unit:No. 1 Squadron AFC
Battles:
Awards:Distinguished Flying Cross

Lieutenant Ernest Andrew Mustard (1893-1971) was a World War I flying ace credited with five aerial victories. He returned to service during World War II with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). Lt. Mustard flew Avro Lancaster bombers during World War II with a mixed crew of RAAF and Royal Canadian Air Force personnel. One bomb aimer on his crew was named Alexander Philip Mustard. Lt. Mustard was also responsible for the first aerial survey of Australia's Barrier Reef.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Ernest Andrew Mustard.