Richard Hillary

Australian pilot and lieutenant

Richard Hillary - Military & Warriors born April 20th, 1919
Born
Died

1943
82 years ago — 24 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Australia

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Served as a Royal Australian Air Force pilot during World War II. Achieved notable recognition for participation in the Battle of Britain. Wrote a memoir titled 'The Last Enemy' that detailed experiences as a fighter pilot. Died during a reconnaissance mission over Germany.

Served as a pilot in the Royal Australian Air Force

Participated in the Battle of Britain

Authored the memoir 'The Last Enemy'

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