About Robert Hall
Lived 1888 – 2000. Robert Hall was a South African flying ace.
Captain Robert Norwood Hall (17 May 1890 – 28 April 1965) was a South African World War I flying ace credited with five aerial victories.
Hall tallied his first win on 24 April 1917, when he drove an enemy two-seater down out of control. On 7 May, he became a balloon buster by destroying three observation balloons on the same mission; Lieutenant Charles Cudemore shared credit on two of these. On 15 August, he destroyed an Albatros D.V for his last triumph. Upon return to Home Establishment, he served with No. 44 Squadron until at least May 1918.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Hall?
World War I flying ace
When was Robert Hall born?
Robert Hall was born on 17 May 1888 in Colony of Natal.
When did Robert Hall die?
Robert Hall died in 2000.
What was Robert Hall's occupation?
Robert Hall was a flying ace.
What nationality was Robert Hall?
Robert Hall was South African.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Hall (RAF officer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Hall. https://biography.guide/robert-hall-flying-ace/
MLA: "Robert Hall." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/robert-hall-flying-ace/.
Chicago: "Robert Hall." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/robert-hall-flying-ace/.
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