edward vernon rickenbacker

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Noun edward vernon rickenbacker has 1 sense

Rickenbacker, Eddie Rickenbacker, Edward Vernon Rickenbacker - the most decorated United States combat pilot in World War I (1890-1973)
--₁ is a kind of combat pilot

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Edward Vernon Rickenbacker

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Edward Vernon Rickenbacker, born on October 8, 1890, in Columbus, Ohio, was an American World War I flying ace, automotive entrepreneur, and airline executive. He is best known for his exceptional contributions as a fighter pilot during World War I, where he was awarded the Medal of Honor.

Sample Sentences:

Edward Vernon Rickenbacker's daring aerial combat maneuvers earned him the title of the "Ace of Aces" during World War I.
As the founder and president of Eastern Air Lines, Edward Vernon Rickenbacker played a significant role in the development of commercial aviation.
Rickenbacker's autobiography, "Rickenbacker," provides a compelling account of his wartime experiences and post-war endeavors.

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