Julius Busa
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Feldwebel Julius Busa (18 February 1891 – 13 May 1917) was an Austro-Hungarian World War I flying ace credited with five aerial victories during 1916. He was also notable for twice surviving direct hits by antiaircraft shells, saving his aircraft and aerial observer on both occasions. Busa scored all his aerial victories while engaged in general purpose missions in two-seater reconnaissance airplanes. His valor would be rewarded with Austria-Hungary's highest award for non-commissioned officers, the Gold Medal for Bravery. He also won three Silver Medals for Bravery—two First Class and one Second Class. Busa was killed in action by Francesco Baracca on 13 May 1917.
Julius Busa | |
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Birth name | Gyula Busa |
Born | (1891-02-18)18 February 1891 Budapest, Hungary |
Died | 13 May 1917(1917-05-13) (aged 26) Near Plava, Italy |
Allegiance | Austro-Hungarian Empire |
Service/ | Austro-Hungarian Aviation Troops |
Years of service | 1914–1917 |
Rank | Feldwebel |
Unit | Fliegerkompanie 14 Fluggeschwader I |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Gold Medal for Bravery; Two First Class and one Second Class Silver Medals for Bravery |