George Peters (aviator)

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George Clifton Peters
Born 6 May 1894
Adelaide, Australia
Died unknown
South Yarra Melbourne Victoria Australia
BuriedSpringvale cemetery Victoria Australia
Allegiance Australia
Service/branch Aviation
Rank Lieutenant
Unit No. 1 Squadron AFC
Awards Distinguished Flying Cross

Lieutenant George Clifton Peters (6 May 1894 ?) was a World War I flying ace credited with seven aerial victories. [1]

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