Eddie Rickenbacker
Place of birth: Columbus, Ohio
Allegiance: United States
Rank: Captain
Battles/wars: World War I
Awards: Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross (USA), Legion of Honor, Croix de Guerre.
Place of birth: Columbus, Ohio
Allegiance: United States
Rank: Captain
Battles/wars: World War I
Awards: Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross (USA), Legion of Honor, Croix de Guerre.
Eddie Rickenbacker (October 8, 1890 – July 27, 1973) was best known as a World War I fighter ace and Medal of Honor recipient. He was also a race car driver and automotive designer, a government consultant in military matters and a pioneer in air transportation. During his lifetime, Rickenbacker worked with many influential civilian and military leaders. He had keen insight into technology, and vision for future improvements. Among other events, he participated in or observed Armistice Day on the Western Front.
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