World War I Canadian Flying Ace. Born and raised in the Listowel area of Ontario, Canada, when World War I began he first enlisted in the "Queen's Own Rifles of Canada" in 1914 and proved to be an excellent marksman. He was involved in the Canadian Expeditionary Force in 1916. He was attracted by the life of the fighter pilot, transferring to Britain's Royal Flying Corps once he was overseas. From May 1917 to January 1918 he was posted to the 11th Squadron on the Western Front. An outstanding operator of the 2 seater Bristol Fighter, he with his various observers or gunners, shot down about 30 enemy aircraft, becoming the highest scoring Ace for this type of aircraft. He earned the Military Cross (MC) and Military Cross Bar (DFC) and the Distinguished Service Order (DSO) for his gallantry and devotion to duty. When Andrew returned home from the War, he had accepted a position (but not started) of airport manager. Then he was involved in a car accident, injuring his leg. He died from this complication.
World War I Canadian Flying Ace. Born and raised in the Listowel area of Ontario, Canada, when World War I began he first enlisted in the "Queen's Own Rifles of Canada" in 1914 and proved to be an excellent marksman. He was involved in the Canadian Expeditionary Force in 1916. He was attracted by the life of the fighter pilot, transferring to Britain's Royal Flying Corps once he was overseas. From May 1917 to January 1918 he was posted to the 11th Squadron on the Western Front. An outstanding operator of the 2 seater Bristol Fighter, he with his various observers or gunners, shot down about 30 enemy aircraft, becoming the highest scoring Ace for this type of aircraft. He earned the Military Cross (MC) and Military Cross Bar (DFC) and the Distinguished Service Order (DSO) for his gallantry and devotion to duty. When Andrew returned home from the War, he had accepted a position (but not started) of airport manager. Then he was involved in a car accident, injuring his leg. He died from this complication.
Bio by: Scott Buschlen
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