MILLER, ERNEST JAMES, BEM | AirPowerArchaeology.com

Flight Sergeant MILLER as Fitter IIA joined No. 100 Squadron on the 31st April, 1942, as NCO in charge of a flight. Due largely to his capable and energetic efforts, serviceability of aircraft in his flight was high.

He displayed outstanding qualities of leadership and set an excellent example to all ground crews by his devotion to duty, efficiency and organising ability, and by his willingness at all times to do the job irrespective of the fact that on many occasions it necessitated working under most difficult conditions at all hours, day and night.

In four weeks from 20th August, 1943, to 19th September, 1943, the squadron completed 1615 hours of operational flying and in no small measure Flight Sergeant MILLER was responsible for the serviceability that made this possible.

Throughout his long tour of duty, Flight Sergeant MILLER's co-operative manner, leadership and outstanding efforts were reflected throughout the ground crews of the squadron, and did much to increase their efficiency and state of morale.

Unit: No. 100 Squadron, RAAF

Mentioned in Despatches

As NCO in charge of "B" flight, No. 100 Squadron, during ten months of active operations in New Guinea, Flight Sergeant MILLER has shown excellent organising ability and efficiency in his efforts to maintain a high standard of aircraft maintenance.

Often working under the most trying conditions, he has, by his technical ability, determination and cheerfulness, set a splendid example to all members who have worked with him.

Unit: No. 100 Squadron, RAAF

Gazetted: The London Gazette, 10 March 1944

Archival Material

National Archives of Australia

Series No.	Control Symbol	Item Title	Digitised Item	Item ID
A9301	3933	MILLER ERNEST JAMES : Service Number - 3933 : Date of birth - 21 Sep 1910 : Place of birth - MARRICKVILLE NSW : Place of enlistment - LAVERTON VIC : Next of Kin - MILLER IVY		4554338
A9301	3933	[Black and white ID negative - portrait - separated from parent item for preservation reasons - sub item] MILLER ERNEST JAMES : Service Number - 3933 : Date of birth - 21 Sep 1910 : Place of birth - MARRICKVILLE NSW : Place of enlistment - LAVERTON VIC : Next of Kin - MILLER IVY		32423587
A9301	3933	[Black and white ID positive - portrait] MILLER ERNEST JAMES : Service Number - 3933 : Date of birth - 21 Sep 1910 : Place of birth - MARRICKVILLE NSW : Place of enlistment - LAVERTON VIC : Next of Kin - MILLER IVY		32423588