Devon S A (F/O), Royal Air Force official photographer
Douglas Bader
English pilot
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About Douglas Bader
Douglas Bader became a commissioned officer of the Royal Air Force (RAF) at age twenty. The following year (1931), tragedy struck as he lost his legs in an attempt at aerobatics. In spite of having recovered and undergone flight training again, he was forced to retire in 1933. The flying ace was able to make a comeback in the RAF in 1939 due to World War II. With his tin legs, he is notable for having achieved 22 solo aerial victories and having damaged 11 aircraft of his opponents.
Family Life
His father, Major Frederick Roberts Bader fought in the First World War and died in 1922 from wounds sustained in the war. His mother, Jessie Scott subsequently remarried. He had an elder brother named Frederick. He was first married to Thelma who died from throat cancer and then to Joan Murray.
Achievements
He was honoured with the Distinguished Service Order and the Distinguished Flying Cross.
Death
He died on September 5, 1982 from a heart attack.
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F.A.Q. about Douglas Bader
When is his birthday?
Douglas Bader's birthday is on February 21, 1910.
In how many days is his birthday?
Douglas Bader's birthday is in 308 days
How old was Douglas Bader when he died?
He was 72 years old.
When did he die?
He died in September 5, 1982.
How old would he be today?
Douglas Bader would be 114 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Douglas Bader from?
He was born in St John's Wood, London, England, UK.