Julius Arigi
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Julius Arigi (3 October 1895 – 1 August 1981) was a flying ace of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in World War I with a total of 32 credited victories. His victory total was second only to Godwin von Brumowski.[1][2] Arigi was considered a superb natural pilot.[3] He was also a technical innovator responsible for engineering changes in the aircraft he flew.
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Born | (1895-10-03)3 October 1895 Tetschen, Bohemia, Austria-Hungary |
Died | 1 August 1981(1981-08-01) (aged 85) Seewalchen am Attersee, Austria |
Allegiance | Austro-Hungarian Empire |
Service/ | Artillery, air service |
Years of service | 1913–18 |
Rank | Stabsfeldwebel (Staff Sergeant) |
Unit | Artillery Regiment 1, Fliegerkompanies 6, 41J, 55J, 1J |
Awards | Medal for Bravery (1 gold award, 4 silver) |
Other work | Fighter instructor for Luftwaffe (1938–45) |
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