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André Herbelin

1889 – 1966

World War I French flying ace

Aircraft pilot Military personnel French resistance fighter
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About André Herbelin

Lived 1889 – 1966 (aged 77). André Herbelin was a French aircraft pilot, military personnel, french resistance fighter and french Resistance.

Lieutenant Colonel André René Celestin Herbelin was a French flying ace during World War I. He was credited with eleven confirmed aerial victories. He returned to his country's defense again during World War II, becoming part of the French Resistance against the Nazis.

Early life

André René Celestin Herbelin was born in Le Havre on 9 December 1889.

During World War II, Herbelin joined the French Resistance against the Nazis occupying France. This brought him the honor of being raised to Commandeur in the Légion d'honneur at the rank of lieutenant colonel. After the war, he served as secretary of the French Aces Association before his death on 16 December 1966.

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Important facts

Born
9 December 1889, Le Havre
Birth century
19th century
Died
16 December 1966, Courbevoie
Occupation
Aircraft pilot, military personnel, French resistance fighter, French Resistance
Nationality
France
Awards
Commander of the Legion of Honour; Médaille militaire; Croix de guerre 1914–1918; Eugène Carrière Prize; Croix de Guerre; Légion d'honneur
Also known as
Andre Herbelin

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Frequently asked questions

Who was André Herbelin?

World War I French flying ace (1889–1966)

When was André Herbelin born?

André Herbelin was born on 9 December 1889 in Le Havre.

When did André Herbelin die?

André Herbelin died on 16 December 1966 in Courbevoie.

What was André Herbelin's occupation?

André Herbelin was an aircraft pilot, military personnel, french resistance fighter and french Resistance.

What nationality was André Herbelin?

André Herbelin was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: André Herbelin

· Wikidata: Q2847955

· DBpedia: André Herbelin

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