Air Marshal William Avery Bishop, (8 February 1894 – 11 September 1956) was a Canadian flying ace of the First World War. He was officially credited with 72 victories, making him the top Canadian and British Empire ace of the war, and also received a Victoria Cross. During the Second World War, Bishop was instrumental in setting up and promoting the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan.
Billy Bishop
aviator and author
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Canadian aviator and author
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Billy Bishop is born
Billy Bishop, Canadian aviator and author, known for canadian aviator and author, was born on 1894-02-08.
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- When was Billy Bishop born?
- Billy Bishop was born on 1894-02-08 (Canadian).
- What is Billy Bishop known for?
- Canadian aviator and author
- What historical events involved Billy Bishop?
- Billy Bishop was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including Billy Bishop is born.
- When did Billy Bishop die?
- Billy Bishop died on 1956-01-01.