About Maurice Choron
Lived 1911 – 1942 (aged 30). Maurice Choron was a French aircraft pilot.
Maurice Philippe César Choron (November 7 1911 – April 10 1942) was a French World War II fighter pilot.
Biography Choron was born at Béthisy-Saint-Pierre. He was married to Renée Joséphine Lebrun with whom he had two daughters.
Working as an aviator instructor, Choron joined the Free French Air Forces in July 1940. In September, he was assigned to the 64th Squadron, then in July 1941 to the 609th Squadron, before moving in April of 1942 to the (the 340th “Free French” Squadron) under the command of Lieutenant Commander . During the group's first flight, he was shot down and disappeared at sea. At his time of death he was ranked Lieutenant de Reserve.
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Who was Maurice Choron?
French aviator (1911-1942)
When was Maurice Choron born?
Maurice Choron was born on 7 November 1911 in Béthisy-Saint-Pierre.
When did Maurice Choron die?
Maurice Choron died on 10 April 1942 in English Channel.
What was Maurice Choron's occupation?
Maurice Choron was an aircraft pilot.
What nationality was Maurice Choron?
Maurice Choron was French.
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