Eddie Rickenbacker

Military Person

1890 – 1973

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Who was Eddie Rickenbacker?

Edward Vernon Rickenbacker was an American fighter ace in World War I and Medal of Honor recipient. With 26 aerial victories, he was America's most successful fighter ace in the war. He was also a race car driver and automotive designer, a government consultant in military matters and a pioneer in air transportation, particularly as the longtime head of Eastern Air Lines.

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Born
Oct 8, 1890
Columbus
Also known as
  • Edward Vernon Rickenbacker
Nationality
  • United States of America
  • Germany
Profession
Lived in
  • Columbus
  • New York City
Died
Jul 27, 1973
Zürich
Resting place
Columbus

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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