Yahoo Web Search

Search results

1. People also ask

   Who was Frank Luke?

   • Frank Luke, namesake for the famous Luke Air Force Base in Arizona, in May 1919 posthumously was awarded the Medal of Honor for his 40 days spent as a fighter pilot on the Western Front of World War I.

   A look back at WWI ace Frank Luke of Arizona, awarded posthumous M…

   www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-history/2024/05/12/arizona-native-frank-luke-world-war-1-ace-fighter-pilot-medal-of-honor/73457206007/

   See all results for this question

   Why was Luke Air Force base named after Frank Luke?

   • The air base, named after the daring fighter pilot from Arizona, would become the largest fighter training base of its kind during World War II and remains an Arizona landmark. In May 1919, Frank Luke, namesake of Luke Air Force Base in Arizona who was killed in World War I, was awarded the Medal of Honor.

   A look back at WWI ace Frank Luke of Arizona, awarded posthumous M…

   www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-history/2024/05/12/arizona-native-frank-luke-world-war-1-ace-fighter-pilot-medal-of-honor/73457206007/

   See all results for this question

   What did Luke doe do in WW1?

   • While working at a mining site in Globe, Luke heard news of the United States' entrance into World War I. Shortly after, in 1917, a 20-year-old Luke enlisted in the Aviation Section, U.S. Signal Corps, which became the U.S. Air Force. Although his time in combat was short, Luke’s accomplishments as a fighter ace had made national news.

   A look back at WWI ace Frank Luke of Arizona, awarded posthumous M…

   www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-history/2024/05/12/arizona-native-frank-luke-world-war-1-ace-fighter-pilot-medal-of-honor/73457206007/

   See all results for this question

   Was Frank Luke a balloon buster?

   • Frank Luke was a daring American World War I pilot who earned a reputation as America’s greatest ‘balloon buster.’ That was because Luke quickly proved his ability to down German reconnaissance balloons, which were often protected by machine gun fire and anti-aircraft guns. He also scored more than eighteen victories against enemy planes.

   Forgotten Valor: The 15 Most Unsung Heroes of American Military Histo…

   www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/forgotten-valor-the-15-most-unsung-heroes-of-american-military-history/ss-BB1mjnO4

   See all results for this question

2. www.azcentral.com › story › newsFrank Luke, ace fighter pilot, awarded the posthumous Medal ...

   www.azcentral.com › story › news

   May 12, 2024 · Frank Luke, namesake for the famous Luke Air Force Base in Arizona, in May 1919 posthumously was awarded the Medal of Honor for his 40 days spent as a fighter pilot on the Western Front...

3. www.pressreader.com › usa › the-arizona-republicARIZONA’S WWI ACE - PressReader

   www.pressreader.com › usa › the-arizona-republic

   May 12, 2024 · Frank Luke, namesake for the famous Luke Air Force Base in Arizona, in May 1919 posthumous­ly was awarded the Medal of Honor for his 40 days spent as a fighter pilot on the Western Front of World War I. During his brief time on the front, Luke was credited with 19 aerial victories, 18 of which were achieved between Sept. 12 and Sept. 29, 1918 ...

4. Images

   • 
   • 
   • 
   • 
   • 

   View all

5. www.funtrivia.com › trivia-quiz › HistoryAir Aces of World War I Trivia Quiz

   www.funtrivia.com › trivia-quiz › History

   • Cached

   May 18, 2024 · Answer: Frank Luke Luke is credited with 18 kills. In nine days of combat flying Luke shot down fourteen enemy balloons, and four aircrafts. Some reports claim seven aircraft. He's the second highest scoring American ace fighting under the US Army Air Corps. He was killed in a gun battle, on the ground, on September 29, 1918.

   • Author: Frankray

6. www.msn.com › en-us › newsForgotten Valor: The 15 Most Unsung Heroes of American ... - MSN

   www.msn.com › en-us › news

   May 14, 2024 · Frank Luke was a daring American World War I pilot who earned a reputation as America’s greatest ‘balloon buster.’

7. www.funtrivia.com › trivia-quiz › HistoryAmerican Soldiers in World War 1 Trivia Game | History | 10 ...

   www.funtrivia.com › trivia-quiz › History

   • Cached

   2 days ago · Answer: Frank Luke Frank Luke was an accomplished ace for the USA during World War 1. He was credited with shooting down 14 German balloons and 4 German planes during 10 sorties (missions) that took place within a span of eight days. Billy Bishop was the third highest ace in World war 1, and the highest for Canada with 72 victories.

8. Videos

   • 

     5:44

     youtube.com

     Frank Luke - WWI Ace & Arizona Balloon Buster

     Nov 7, 2018

     4.5K Views

   • 

     10:45

     youtube.com

     The Epic Story of WW1 Ace, Frank Luke Jr.

     Jan 17, 2024

     407 Views

   • 

     12:20

     youtube.com

     Legend of Murvaux: The Final Flight of Frank Luke Jr.

     Feb 4, 2016

     8.9K Views

   View all

9. www.visitphoenix.com › stories › postMilitary Veteran Memorials To Visit In Phoenix

   www.visitphoenix.com › stories › post

   • Cached

   May 13, 2024 · World War I Memorial, dedicated to the Arizonans who fought in this war, including Phoenix native Frank Luke Jr., whom Luke Air Force Base is named after. Desert Storm Memorial, depicts various scenes from throughout this conflict, including troops, aircraft, supplies, and more.

10. www.boothbayregister.com › article › boatbuilderBoatbuilder: Frank Luke | Boothbay Register

    www.boothbayregister.com › article › boatbuilder

    • Cached

    May 14, 2024 · Tue, 05/14/2024 - 8:45am. Frank and Nora Luke and a family dog. Courtesy photo. The 62nd annual Boothbay Harbor Windjammer Days will take place on Sunday, June 23 through Saturday, June 29. This ...