Eugene Burton Ely
Eugene Burton Ely (October 21, 1886 – October 19, 1911) was an American aviation pioneer, credited with the first shipboard aircraft takeoff and landing.
Eugene Burton Ely | |
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| Born | October 21, 1886 Williamsburg, Iowa, US |
| Died | October 19, 1911 (aged 24) Macon, Georgia, US |
| Place of burial | Williamsburg, Iowa, US |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross (posthumously) |
| Spouse(s) | Mabel Hall |
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