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Lanoe Hawker

British World War I fighter pilot, recipient of the Victoria Cross. (1890-1916) · Scientists · Died at 25

Lanoe George Hawker, was a British flying ace of the First World War. Having seven credited victories, he was the third pilot to receive the Victoria Cross, the highest decoration for gallantry awarded to British and Commonwealth servicemen.

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Victoria Cross
Distinguished Service Order
Mentioned in Despatches

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Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1890 to 1916 · aged 25