About Hugh James
Lived 1922 – 2015 (aged 92). Hugh James was a British aircraft pilot.
Hugh Glanffrwd "Jimmy" James (3 October 1922 – 7 January 2015) was a Welsh aviator and Royal Air Force (RAF) officer, who rose to the rank of squadron leader. He is best known for piloting the aircraft in which Lieutenant-General William Gott died.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Hugh James?
Royal Air Force officer (1922-2015)
When was Hugh James born?
Hugh James was born on 3 October 1922 in Cilfynydd.
When did Hugh James die?
Hugh James died on 7 January 2015 in Cardiff.
What was Hugh James's occupation?
Hugh James was an aircraft pilot.
What nationality was Hugh James?
Hugh James was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Hugh James (RAF officer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hugh James. https://biography.guide/hugh-james/
MLA: "Hugh James." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/hugh-james/.
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