Leefe Robinson

Military Person

1895 – 1918

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Who was Leefe Robinson?

William Leefe Robinson VC was the first British pilot to shoot down a German airship over Britain during the First World War. For this he was awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. He was the first person to be awarded the VC for action in the UK.

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Born
Jul 14, 1895
Kodagu district
Also known as
  • William Leefe Robinson
Nationality
  • United Kingdom
Profession
Education
  • St. Bees School
Died
Dec 31, 1918
Stanmore

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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