About Frank Potter
Lived 1891 – 1917 (aged 25–26). Frank Potter was a British flying ace.
Sergeant Frank Potter (1891 – 11 September 1917) was a British World War I observer who became a flying ace, being credited with seven aerial victories.
Military service In 1917 Potter was serving in No. 20 Squadron RFC, flying in the Bristol F.2b fighter. He gained his first victory with pilot Lieutenant N. V. Harrison on 16 June, driving down out of control an Albatros D.III north east of Ypres. His six following victories were all over Albatros D.Vs, between 29 June and 28 July, and were shared with pilot Lieutenant Harold Joslyn.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Frank Potter?
British flying ace
When was Frank Potter born?
Frank Potter was born in 1891 in Leytonstone.
When did Frank Potter die?
Frank Potter died on 10 September 1917.
What was Frank Potter's occupation?
Frank Potter was a flying ace.
What nationality was Frank Potter?
Frank Potter was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Frank Potter (aviator)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Frank Potter. https://biography.guide/frank-potter-flying-ace/
MLA: "Frank Potter." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/frank-potter-flying-ace/.
Chicago: "Frank Potter." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/frank-potter-flying-ace/.
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