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Croix de guerre 1914–1918
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Eddie Rickenbacker
1890-10-08 – 1973-07-23
Life & Legacy
Edward Vernon Rickenbacker (born Edward Rickenbacher, October 8, 1890 – July 23, 1973) was an American fighter pilot in World War I and a Medal of Honor recipient. With 26 aerial victories, he was the most successful and most decorated United States flying ace of the war. He was also a racing driver, an automotive designer, and a long-time head of Eastern Air Lines.
Occupation & Career
fighter pilot, racing automobile driver, military officer, businessperson, entrepreneur, national hero
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Croix de guerre 1914–1918; Medal of Honor; Knight of the Legion of Honour; National Aviation Hall of Fame; honorary doctor of the University of Miami; Medal for Merit
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Croix de guerre 1914–1918 · honorary doctor of the University of Miami · Knight of the Legion of Honour · Medal for Merit · Medal of Honor · National Aviation Hall of Fame
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Medal of Honor
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Knight of the Legion of Honour
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National Aviation Hall of Fame
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honorary doctor of the University of Miami
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Medal for Merit
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Sources & Provenance
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