About Charles Chapman
Lived 1887 – 1917 (aged 30). Charles Chapman was a British military personnel.
Charles Meredith Bouverie Chapman, MC (9 January 1892 – 1 October 1917) was a British flying ace of the First World War, credited with seven aerial victories.
Early life Chapman was born in Bridge, Kent, the son of a brewer.
First World War Chapman served as a lieutenant in the East Kent Regiment from January 1913 but was transferred to the Royal Flying Corps on 1 July 1915. He qualified as a pilot on 31 July 1915, receiving military flying training at Shorham before being posted to No. 22 Squadron RFC.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Charles Chapman?
Belgian flying ace
When was Charles Chapman born?
Charles Chapman was born on 9 January 1887 in Bridge.
When did Charles Chapman die?
Charles Chapman died on 1 October 1917 in Poperinge.
What was Charles Chapman's occupation?
Charles Chapman was a military personnel.
What nationality was Charles Chapman?
Charles Chapman was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Charles Chapman (RFC officer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charles Chapman. https://biography.guide/charles-chapman-military-personnel/
MLA: "Charles Chapman." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/charles-chapman-military-personnel/.
Chicago: "Charles Chapman." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/charles-chapman-military-personnel/.
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