Edward Denman Clarke
Captain Edward Denman Clarke CBE, MC (21 May 1898 – 5 September 1966) was a World War I flying ace. Although he was credited with six aerial victories, he was granted a Military Cross for his valour in a ground attack mission.
Edward Denman Clarke | |
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| Born | 21 May 1898 Grand Duchy of Finland |
| Died | 5 September 1966 (aged 68) Isle of Wight |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | British Army Royal Air Force |
| Years of service | 1916–1919 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | No. 45 Squadron RAF |
| Awards | Commander of the Order of the British Empire Military Cross |
| Other work | Managing Director of Saunders-Roe Ltd. |
In later life, Clarke was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire as the managing director of the aviation and shipping corporation Saunders-Roe.
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