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Gilbert Sardier

1897 – 1976

French flying ace

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About Gilbert Sardier

Lived 1897 – 1976 (aged 79). Gilbert Sardier was a French flying ace, glider pilot and aircraft pilot.

Lieutenant Jean Marie Luc Gilbert Sardier (1897–1976) was a World War I flying ace credited with 15 aerial victories. He remained active in aviation following World War I. During World War II, he was deeply involved in a veterans organization that collaborated with the occupying Nazis.

Early life and entry into military Jean Marie Luc Gilbert Sardier was born in Riom, France on 5 May 1897.

On 8 September 1914, he volunteered to serve his country until war's end, and was accepted as a cavalryman. On 22 September 1915, he was posted to aviation's Escadrille 1. On 22 February 1916, he began instruction to become a pilot. He received his Military Pilot's Brevet on 19 May 1916. On 10 June 1916, he was also breveted as an aerial observer.

Post World War II

Gilbert Sardier died on 7 October 1976.

British Military Cross

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Awards
Croix de guerre 1914–1918; Croix de Guerre; Distinguished Service Cross (United States); Légion d'honneur; Military Medal; Médaille militaire
Also known as
Jean Sardier, Jean Marie Luc Gilbert Sardier

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Gilbert Sardier's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Gilbert Sardier?

French flying ace (1897-1976)

When was Gilbert Sardier born?

Gilbert Sardier was born on 5 May 1897 in Riom.

When did Gilbert Sardier die?

Gilbert Sardier died on 7 October 1976 in Clermont-Ferrand.

What was Gilbert Sardier's occupation?

Gilbert Sardier was a flying ace, glider pilot and aircraft pilot.

What nationality was Gilbert Sardier?

Gilbert Sardier was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gilbert Sardier

· Wikidata: Q3105863

· DBpedia: Gilbert Sardier

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