John Cyril Porte
Lieutenant Colonel John Cyril Porte, CMG, FRAeS (26 February 1884 – 22 October 1919) was a British flying boat pioneer associated with the First World War Seaplane Experimental Station at Felixstowe.
John Cyril Porte | |
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Porte on 22 June 1914, day of the naming ceremony for Wanamaker's America. | |
| Born | 26 February 1884 Bandon, County Cork, Ireland |
| Died | 22 October 1919 (aged 35) Brighton, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation(s) | Inventor Aviator Company director |
| Known for | Navigation Air racing Transatlantic flight Seaplane Experimental Station Anti-submarine warfare Flying boats |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland |
| Service/ | Royal Navy British Army Royal Air Force |
| Years of service | 1898–1911 1914–1919 |
| Battles/wars | First World War |
| Awards | Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George Navy Distinguished Service Medal (United States) |
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