Frank Leaman Baylies
Lieutenant Frank Leaman Baylies (23 September 1895—17 June 1918) was an American World War I flying ace credited with twelve aerial victories while flying in the French Aeronautique Militaire. Having originally volunteered for the Ambulance Corps, Baylies transferred into French aviation in May 1917. After scoring his 12 victories with the French, he transferred into American aviation service but remained with the French until his death in action.
Frank Leaman Baylies | |
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Frank Leaman Baylies | |
| Born | September 23, 1895 New Bedford, Massachusetts |
| Died | June 17, 1918 (aged 22) Between Rollot and Arvillers |
| Allegiance | United States France |
| Service/ | Aéronautique Militaire (France) |
| Years of service | 1916–1918 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Unit | Aéronautique Militaire |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
| Awards | Légion d'honneur, Médaille militaire, Croix de Guerre |
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