Rene Fonck was a decorated French pilot born on March 27, 1894 in France. He is renowned for his 72 confirmed victories as an ace, earning him the title of All-Time Ace of Aces. He is one of the most famous Frenchmen to fight in World War I and was honored with the title of Commander of the Legion of Honor after the war.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
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About
Decorated French pilot who earned the title of All-Time Ace of Aces for his 72 confirmed victories as an ace. He is one of the most famous Frenchman to fight in World War I and was named Commander of the Legion of Honor after the war.
Before Fame
He studied engineering at the Arts et Metiers ParisTech and was accepted into basic training in February 1915.
Trivia
He published his memoirs Mes Combats in 1920, following his return to civilian life.
Family Life
He got married in December 1917.
Associated With
He and fellow French ace Georges Guynemer both flew the SPAD XII fighter plane during World War I.