About Wilhelm Fahlbusch
Lived 1892 – 1916 (aged 24). Wilhelm Fahlbusch was a German flying ace.
Leutnant Wilhelm Fahlbusch (8 February 1892 – 6 September 1916) was an early World War I flying ace credited with five aerial victories, shared with his observer Hans Rosencrantz.
Career
Wilhelm Fahlbusch was born in Hanover on 8 February 1892.
On 6 September 1916, Fahlbusch and Rosencrantz clashed with Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutters from No. 70 Squadron Royal Flying Corps. The German duo were shot down in flames over Malincourt, with three British air crews posting victory claims. Credit was granted to both Bernard Beanlands and his observer, and William Sanday and his observer.
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Who was Wilhelm Fahlbusch?
German flying ace (1892–1916)
When was Wilhelm Fahlbusch born?
Wilhelm Fahlbusch was born on 8 February 1892 in Hanover.
When did Wilhelm Fahlbusch die?
Wilhelm Fahlbusch died on 6 September 1916 in Malincourt.
What was Wilhelm Fahlbusch's occupation?
Wilhelm Fahlbusch was a flying ace.
What nationality was Wilhelm Fahlbusch?
Wilhelm Fahlbusch was German.
Sources & further reading
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