About Henry Gordon Clappison
Lived 1898 – 1977 (aged 78). Henry Gordon Clappison was a Canadian flying ace.
Captain Henry Gordon Clappison (October 1, 1898 – May 15, 1977) was a World War I flying ace credited with six aerial victories.
Clappison's run of victories came late in World War I. He was assigned to 204 Squadron in August 1918 to pilot a Sopwith Camel. He set afire a Fokker D.VII on 20 September 1918 and ran up five more wins over D.VIIs by November 1. His final tally was two destroyed, four driven down out of control.
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Who was Henry Gordon Clappison?
Canadian flying ace (1898–1977)
When was Henry Gordon Clappison born?
Henry Gordon Clappison was born on 1 October 1898 in Hamilton.
When did Henry Gordon Clappison die?
Henry Gordon Clappison died on 15 May 1977 in Toronto.
What was Henry Gordon Clappison's occupation?
Henry Gordon Clappison was a flying ace.
What nationality was Henry Gordon Clappison?
Henry Gordon Clappison was Canadian.
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