John Steel Ralston
Captain John Steel Ralston MC, DFC (27 April 1887 – 25 July 1918) was a Scottish World War I war hero and flying ace. After winning a Military Cross in 1916 for lifesaving gallantry while serving in the infantry, he was credited with 12 official aerial victories as a fighter pilot before he was killed in action.
John Steel Ralston | |
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| Born | 27 April 1887 Bothwell, Lanarkshire, Scotland |
| Died | 25 July 1918 (aged 31) (KIA) |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | British Army Royal Air Force |
| Years of service | 1915–1918 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | Scottish Rifles No. 24 Squadron RFC No. 71 Squadron RFC No. 84 Squadron RAF |
| Battles/wars | World War I • Western Front |
| Awards | Military Cross Distinguished Flying Cross |
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