Stanisław Karubin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Stanisław Karubin
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A portrait of Stanisław Karubin
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| Born | 29 October 1915 Woźniki, German Empire (present-day Poland) |
| Died | 12 August 1941 (aged 25) Horn Crag Eskdale, Cumbria |
| Allegiance |  Poland France United Kingdom |
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 Polish Air Force France Armée de l'Air Royal Air Force |
| Rank | sergeant |
| Service number | 793420 |
| Unit | 111th Fighter Escadrille (Poland) No. 303 Polish Fighter Squadron |
| Battles/wars | Polish Defensive War, World War II |
| Awards | Virtuti Militari; Cross of Valour; Distinguished Flying Medal |
Stanisław Karubin (born October 29, 1915 – died August 12, 1941) was a brave Polish pilot. He was known as a "fighter ace" during World War II. This means he shot down at least five enemy planes. Karubin was part of the Polish Air Force. He is officially credited with shooting down 7 enemy aircraft.
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His Life and Flying Career
Stanisław Karubin trained at a special school for young officers. After finishing his training, he joined the 111th Fighter Escadrille (Poland). This was a Polish fighter squadron.
Fighting in Poland and France
His first big moment came on September 3, 1939. He shot down a German Bf 110 plane. This happened during the Polish Defensive War.
Later, in January 1940, he traveled to France. He continued to fight against the Germans there. On June 3, he shot down another enemy plane. It was either a Do 17 or a Do 215.
Joining the Battle of Britain
When France was defeated, Karubin moved to the UK. He then joined the famous No. 303 Polish Fighter Squadron. This squadron played a big part in the Battle of Britain. This was a huge air battle over England.
During the Battle of Britain, Karubin was very successful. He destroyed five German aircraft. On September 6, 1940, his plane was hit. He had to use his parachute to escape safely.
Later Life and Tragic End
On September 18, he received a very important award. It was called the Virtuti Militari. After the Battle of Britain, he went to a training unit. This was called No. 55 Operational Training Unit RAF.
Sadly, Stanisław Karubin died on August 12, 1941. He was flying in cloudy weather. His plane hit a mountainside in Cumbria, England. Another Polish pilot, Zygmunt Höhne, also died in the same accident.
His Amazing Air Victories
Here are the enemy planes Stanisław Karubin shot down:
- Bf 110 - September 3, 1939
- Do 17 or Do-215 - June 3, 1940
- Bf 109 - August 31, 1940
- 2 Bf 109 planes - September 5, 1940
- He-111 - September 6, 1940
- Bf 109 - October 5, 1940
Awards and Honors
Stanisław Karubin received several important awards for his bravery:
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