Eugène Gilbert

Sous Lieutenant Eugène Gilbert (19 July 1889 – 17 May 1918) was a World War I flying ace credited with five aerial victories. He had also been a famous pioneer pre-war racing pilot, flying in many countries throughout Europe.

Eugène Gilbert
Born19 July 1889
Riom, France
Died17 May 1918(1918-05-17) (aged 28)
Villacoublay, France
Military career
UnitMS37, MS23, MS49
AwardsLégion d'honneur, Médaille militaire, Croix de Guerre
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