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2 unusual facts about Frank Luke


Ford Island

On April 29, 1919, the field was named Luke Field, in memory of 2nd Lt. Frank Luke.

Georg von Hantelmann

Two days and two victories after that, Hantlemann shot down Frank Luke's wingman, Joseph Wehner, for number 16.



see also

Myra Keaton

Myra Keaton was born Myra Edith Cutler in Modale, Iowa; the daughter of Frank Luke Cutler (1849–1935) and Sarah Elizabeth (née Shaffer; 1850–1887).