Christian Frank Schilt (March 19, 1895 – January 8, 1987) was one of the first Marine Corps aviators and a recipient of the United States highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor. He received the Medal for using his biplane to evacuate wounded Marines under fire in Nicaragua.
Born |
19 March 1895 Richland County, Illinois
|
Died |
8 January 1987 (aged 91) Norfolk, Virginia
|
Zodiac | Pisces |
Tags | Add tag |