Arthur Jarvis
This article is about a World War I pilot. For the cricketer, see Affie Jarvis.
Arthur Eyguem De Montaigne Jarvis | |
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Nickname(s) | Jacko |
Born |
30 November 1894 Napanee, Ontario |
Died | 20 January 1969 |
Service/branch | Royal Flying Corps, Royal Air Force |
Rank | Lieutenant |
Unit | 17 (RFC), 150 (RAF) |
Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross |
Arthur Eyguem De Montaigne Jarvis (30 November 1894 - 20 January 1969) was a Canadian World War I flying ace credited with 5 victories.[1]
Text of citations
Distinguished Flying Cross
"Lieut. Arthur Eyguem de Montaingne Jarvis (E. Ontario R.). A bold and determined fighter. On the 26th of July he engaged and shot down an enemy machine, which was seen to crash. Later on the same date he attacked a hostile two-seater and forced it to land near our lines; both occupants were taken prisoners."
References
- ↑ www.theaerodrome.com. Accessed 11 June 2008.]
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