Victor Chapman
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Victor Emmanuel Chapman (April 17, 1890 – June 23, 1916) was a French-American pilot remembered for his exploits during World War I. He was the first American pilot to die in the war.
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Birth name | Victor Chapman |
Born | (1890-04-17)April 17, 1890 New York City, U.S. |
Died | June 24, 1916(1916-06-24) (aged 26) Douaumont, France |
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Allegiance | United States/France |
Service/ | Aviation/Infantry |
Years of service | 1915–1916 |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | Lafayette Escadrille |
Battles/wars | First World War |
Awards | Medaille Militaire, Croix de Guerre with two Palms. |
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