Gerald Frank Anderson

Lieutenant Gerald Frank Anderson MBE, DFC, was a Colony of Natal born flying ace. During World War I, he was accredited with eight aerial victories.

Gerald Frank Anderson
Born24 February 1898
Newcastle, Colony of Natal
Died23 August 1983
Hove, England
AllegianceEngland
RankLieutenant
UnitNo. 88 Squadron RAF
AwardsMember of the British Empire
Distinguished Flying Cross

In later life, he went into business, then served in Her Majesty's Foreign Service. He was also famed as a composer of chess problems.

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