Ian Donald Roy McDonald
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Captain Ian Donald Roy McDonald MC, DFC (9 September 1898 – 22 September 1920) was a British World War I flying ace credited with 20 aerial victories.[1] Although born in the British West Indies, he returned to England to serve in the air force. After his successful career in combat, he spent a short time at home before returning to the colours. He served in Iraq postwar, and was executed there by insurgents.
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Born | (1898-09-09)9 September 1898 Saint John's, Antigua, British West Indies |
Died | 22 September 1920(1920-09-22) (aged 22) Dangatora, Iraq |
Commemorated at | Basra Memorial, Basra, Iraq |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army Royal Air Force |
Years of service | 1916–1922 |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | No 39 Squadron RFC No. 24 Squadron RAF |
Awards | Military Cross Distinguished Flying Cross |
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