About William Weir
Lived 1891 – 2000. William Weir was an Australian aircraft pilot and military personnel.
William James Alexander Weir, (born 4 April 1891) was an Australian flying ace of the First World War credited with six aerial victories. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross for "conspicuous gallantry in air combats and attacking ground objectives".
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Weir?
World War I flying ace
When was William Weir born?
William Weir was born on 4 April 1891 in Leichhardt.
When did William Weir die?
William Weir died in 2000.
What was William Weir's occupation?
William Weir was an aircraft pilot and military personnel.
What nationality was William Weir?
William Weir was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Weir (aviator)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Weir. https://biography.guide/william-weir/
MLA: "William Weir." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-weir/.
Chicago: "William Weir." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-weir/.
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