Norman Cooper (aviator)

Norman Cooper (aviator)
Norman Cooper (birth name Ernest Sidney Tooker)
Born Unknown
Schenectady, New York, USA
Died Unknown
Pinellas, Florida
Allegiance George V of the British Empire
Service/branch Supply; aviation
Years of service 1916 - 1918
Rank Lieutenant
Unit 3rd Canadian Division, No. 73 Squadron RAF
Awards Military Cross

Lieutenant Norman Cooper (actual name Ernest Sidney Tooker) enlisted during World War I under an alias under the pretense of being a Canadian citizen. He became a flying ace, being accredited with six aerial victories.[1]

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