About George Hicks
Lived 1899 – 2000. George Hicks was a British flying ace.
Lieutenant George Rensbury Hicks (24 January 1900 – 24 November 1951) was a First World War flying ace credited with eight aerial victories.
Biography Hicks was born in Walthamstow, Essex, to George and Matilda Ann Hicks on 24 January 1900.
During the First World War, Hicks served with the Artists Rifles as a private up until 3 November 1917, when he joined the Royal Flying Corps as a lieutenant. Posted to No. 74 (Fighter) Squadron, Hicks achieved all eight of his victories in the Royal Aircraft Factory S.E.5a.
Hicks died on 24 November 1951 in West Derby.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Hicks?
World War I flying ace
When was George Hicks born?
George Hicks was born in 1899 in Loughton.
When did George Hicks die?
George Hicks died in 2000 in West Derby.
What was George Hicks's occupation?
George Hicks was a flying ace.
What nationality was George Hicks?
George Hicks was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Hicks (RAF officer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Hicks. https://biography.guide/george-hicks-flying-ace/
MLA: "George Hicks." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-hicks-flying-ace/.
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