Edward A. Simpson

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Edward Arthur Simpson
Born24 May 1892
Islington, London, England
DiedUnknown
AllegianceEngland
Service/branchAviation
Rank Second lieutenant
Unit No. 49 Squadron RAF
Awards Distinguished Flying Cross

Second Lieutenant Edward Arthur Simpson (born 24 May 1892, date of death unknown) was a World War I flying ace credited with six aerial victories. [1]

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References

  1. "Edward Arthur Simpson". www.theaerodrome.com. Retrieved 30 May 2022.