James Francis Edwards
Royal Canadian Air Force officer (1921–2022) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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James Francis Edwards, CM, DFC & Bar, DFM, CD (5 June 1921 – 14 May 2022), later known as Stocky Edwards, was a Canadian fighter pilot during World War II. With 19 confirmed aerial victories, Edwards was Canada's highest scoring ace in the Western Desert Campaign.
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James Francis Edwards | |
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Nickname(s) | "Eddie" during WW2 "Stocky" post-war |
Born | (1921-06-05)5 June 1921 Nokomis, Saskatchewan, Canada |
Died | 14 May 2022(2022-05-14) (aged 100) Comox, British Columbia, Canada |
Allegiance | Canada |
Service/ | Royal Canadian Air Force |
Years of service | 1940–1972 |
Rank | Wing Commander |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Member of the Order of Canada Distinguished Flying Cross & Bar Distinguished Flying Medal Mention in Despatches Canadian Forces' Decoration |
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