Reg Ellis (cricketer, born 1917)
Reginald Sidney Ellis (26 November 1917 – 21 June 2015) was an Australian cricketer.[2] He played one first-class match for South Australia in 1945/46.[3] He also played in the Victory Tests between ex-servicemen of Australia and England immediately after World War 2.[4]
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Reginald Sidney Ellis |
| Born | 26 November 1917 Light Pass, South Australia[1] |
| Died | 21 June 2015 (aged 97) |
| Batting | Left-handed |
| Bowling | Slow left-arm orthodox |
Source: Cricinfo, 27 November 2018 | |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | Australia |
| Service/ | Royal Australian Air Force |
| Years of service | 1940–1945 |
| Rank | flight lieutenant |
| Unit | No. 463 Squadron RAAF |
Ellis was a pilot in the Royal Australian Air Force during World War 2, flying Lancaster bombers. He flew 11 sorties over occupied Europe.[4] He ranked as a flight lieutenant and was part of No. 463 Squadron RAAF.[2]
References
- Argent, Peter (25 February 2015). "Cricket collector". Barossa and Light Herald. Retrieved 21 August 2019.
- "Reginald Sidney Ellis". Virtual War Memorial Australia. Retrieved 21 August 2019.
- "Reg Ellis". ESPN Cricinfo. Retrieved 27 November 2018.
- Hilfery, Tim (17 December 2011). "WWII pilot's invite from Tendulkar". Sunday Mail. Retrieved 21 August 2019.
External links
- Reg Ellis at ESPNcricinfo
- "Reg Ellis - Victory Test Player". Cricket.com.au. 15 December 2011. - video interview by Mark Nicholas
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