Lieutenant Jan Olieslagers was a Belgian motorcycle and aviation pioneer who set world records with both types of machinery. He became a flying ace during World War I despite his indifference in claiming victories; he was credited with six confirmed victories, seventeen unconfirmed, and an unknown number unclaimed. He later was instrumental in developing Antwerp's airport.
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4 May 1883 Antwerp, Belgium
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Died |
23 March 1942 (aged 58) Antwerp, Belgium
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Zodiac | Taurus |
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