Edward Grahame Johnstone facts for kids
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Edward Grahame Johnstone
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| Born | 6 May 1899 Tooting, London, England |
| Died | 1946 (aged 46–47) |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
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Royal Navy Royal Air Force |
| Years of service | 1917–1919 1939–1945 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Unit | No. 12 Squadron RNAS No. 208 Squadron RAF |
| Battles/wars | World War I • Western Front World War II |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Cross |
| Spouse(s) | |
| Relations | Janet and Anne Grahame Johnstone (daughters) |
Lieutenant Edward Grahame Johnstone (born May 6, 1899 – died 1946) was a brave British pilot. He was a flying ace in World War I, which means he shot down many enemy aircraft. He is officially credited with 17 aerial victories.
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Early Life and Joining the War
Edward Grahame Johnstone was born in Tooting, a part of London, England. His parents were Edward Henderson Johnstone and Stella Johnstone.
On his 18th birthday, May 6, 1917, Edward joined the Royal Naval Air Service. This was a special part of the British Navy that used airplanes. After some training, he became a temporary flight sub-lieutenant.
Becoming a Flying Ace
Edward was assigned to fly Sopwith Camel planes. These were famous fighter planes of World War I. He joined No. 8 Naval Squadron, which later became No. 208 Squadron RAF.
He achieved his first victory on December 6, 1917. Over the next eight months, he scored 16 more victories! In total, he destroyed four enemy aircraft. He also forced thirteen enemy planes to land out of control. Many of his victories were shared with other pilots, like William Jordon and Pruett Dennett.
After the war, on April 11, 1919, Edward left the Royal Air Force.
Life Between the Wars
In the 1920s, Edward Grahame Johnstone traveled a lot. He worked for a company called Johnnie Walker, which is known for drinks. He explored many places in Asia during this time.
In 1927, he married an artist and designer named Doris Clare Zinkeisen. They got married in London. In 1928, they had twin daughters, Janet and Anne. These daughters later became very famous illustrators, known for their beautiful artwork in children's books. Edward and Doris also had a son named Murray.
Serving in World War II
When World War II began, Edward Grahame Johnstone returned to serve his country. He joined the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve in December 1939. He served as a lieutenant.
By August 1943, he had been promoted to acting-commander. Later, in July 1945, he became a temporary acting captain. He was stationed at HMS Vulture, which was a Royal Naval Air Station in Cornwall, England.
Edward Grahame Johnstone passed away in 1946.
