Ernest Charles Hoy
Captain Ernest Charles Hoy DFC (6 May 1895 –22 April 1982) was a Canadian First World War flying ace, officially credited with 13 victories. He later pioneered airmail flight over the Canadian Rockies.
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Born | 6 May 1895 Dauphin, Manitoba, Canada |
Died | 22 April 1982 Toccoa, Georgia, United States |
Allegiance | George V of the British Empire |
Service/ | Royal Aircraft Factory |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | No. 29 Squadron RAF |
Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross |
Other work | Pioneered airmail flight over the Canadian Rockies |
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