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Commander Elliott carried out exceptional, arduous and successful work in developing the gunnery plot and fire control, to meet the changed condition of modern warfare. His work in conjunction with Lt. [[Hugh Clausen|Clausen]], of H.M.S. ''Benbow'', has been of great value in improving the gunnery efficiency of the Fleet. | Commander Elliott carried out exceptional, arduous and successful work in developing the gunnery plot and fire control, to meet the changed condition of modern warfare. His work in conjunction with Lt. [[Hugh Clausen|Clausen]], of H.M.S. ''Benbow'', has been of great value in improving the gunnery efficiency of the Fleet. | ||
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Revision as of 09:57, 13 May 2014
Rear-Admiral Frank Elliott, O.B.E., Royal Navy (10 October, 1885 – 23 December, 1974) was an officer of the Royal Navy.
Life & Career
Gunnery Officer of H.M.S. Agincourt and Benbow during the War. Promoted to Commander in June, 1918
Died suddenly on Monday, 23 December, 1974 "in full sail", aged eighty-nine. His funeral ceremony took place at Botley Parish Church on Tuesday, 31 December.
Award Information
ELLIOTT Frank N/E Cdr. RN 88X534 Benbow
Admiral 1st Battle Sqdn. 17.07.19 N/E
Post War OBE(M)
Commander Elliott carried out exceptional, arduous and successful work in developing the gunnery plot and fire control, to meet the changed condition of modern warfare. His work in conjunction with Lt. Clausen, of H.M.S. Benbow, has been of great value in improving the gunnery efficiency of the Fleet.
Bibliography
Papers
Service Records
- The National Archives. ADM 196/143.
- The National Archives. ADM 196/126.
- The National Archives. ADM 196/91.
Footnotes
