Quentin Roosevelt
American lieutenant and pilot
Born
November 19th, 1897
127 years ago
Died
July 14th, 1918
107 years ago — 20 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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Born in 1897, served as a lieutenant in the United States Army Air Service during World War I. Completed flight training and was assigned to the 95th Aero Squadron. Participated in multiple missions over France and engaged in aerial combat. Demonstrated bravery in various operations. Died in action during a dogfight in July 1918.
Served as a lieutenant in the Army Air Service
Died in aerial combat during World War I
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