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Andre Petit-Delchet

1892 – 1918

French flying ace

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About Andre Petit-Delchet

Lived 1892 – 1918 (aged 25). Andre Petit-Delchet was a French flying ace.

Adjutant Andre Marie Paul Petit-Delchet was a French World War I flying ace credited with five confirmed aerial victories and two probable ones.

Biography See also Aerial victory standards of World War I

Andre Marie Paul Petit-Delchet was born in Villers-sur-Mer, France on 29 September 1892.

Petit-Delchet enlisted in a French-Algerian military unit at the outbreak of World War I. He transferred to a French cavalry regiment. On 1 November 1915, he reported for aviation training. He was granted a Military Pilot's Brevet in May 1916. After advanced training, he was posted to Escadrille N.69 on 21 December 1916. and the Croix de Guerre with four palmes and three etoiles.

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Important facts

Born

29 September 1892, Villers-sur-Mer

Birth century

19th century

Died

28 July 1918

Occupation

Flying ace

Nationality

France

Awards

Croix de Guerre; Médaille militaire

Also known as

Andre Marie Paul Petit-Delchet

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Andre Petit-Delchet?

French flying ace (1892-1918)

When was Andre Petit-Delchet born?

Andre Petit-Delchet was born on 29 September 1892 in Villers-sur-Mer.

When did Andre Petit-Delchet die?

Andre Petit-Delchet died on 28 July 1918.

What was Andre Petit-Delchet's occupation?

Andre Petit-Delchet was a flying ace.

What nationality was Andre Petit-Delchet?

Andre Petit-Delchet was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Andre Petit-Delchet

· Wikidata: Q4754850

· DBpedia: Andre Petit-Delchet

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