About John Edmund Greene
Lived 1894 – 1918 (aged 24). John Edmund Greene was a Canadian flying ace.
John Edmund Greene DFC (2 July 1894 – 14 October 1918) was a Canadian First World War flying ace, officially credited with 15 victories. Greene was shot down by Carl Degelow on 4 October 1918, but survived to be shot down and killed 10 days later. He is buried at the (Koksijde).
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Who was John Edmund Greene?
Canadian World War I ace pilot (1894-1918)
When was John Edmund Greene born?
John Edmund Greene was born on 2 July 1894 in Winnipeg.
When did John Edmund Greene die?
John Edmund Greene died on 14 October 1918.
What was John Edmund Greene's occupation?
John Edmund Greene was a flying ace.
What nationality was John Edmund Greene?
John Edmund Greene was Canadian.
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