Ernie P.

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Whuh? This is a piece of cake. You already have enough clues to make a good guess. And, since I was busy this afternoon, I'm giving you two new clues! Thanks; Ernie P.


Question: What warbird pilot do I describe?

Clues:
1.This pilot has been largely forgotten, though he ranks among the truly “greats”.
2.He served in both world wars.
3.He was the highest scoring ace of his service.
4.He had to pay for his own flight training.
5.His initial service assignment was flying routine coastal patrols.
6.Then he was assigned to escort duty forbombing raids, flying a two seater.
7.It was there he scored his initial victory.