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Who was Douglas Bader?

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∙ 12y ago
Updated: 10/5/2023

Douglas Bader was a pilot who lost both his legs in a flying accident in the 1930's. He taught himself to walk again with artificial legs and when World War 2 started, he managed to persuade the Royal Air Force to let him fly again. His story was told in the 1950's film 'Reach for the Sky'.

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What is the birth name of Douglas Bader?

Douglas Bader's birth name is Douglas Robert Steuart Bader.


When was Douglas Bader born?

Douglas Bader was born on February 21, 1910.


Did Douglas bader have children?

no


When was Jeffrey A. Bader born?

Douglas Bader was born on February 21, 1910.


Did Douglas bader have any children?

no


Where is Douglas Bader buried?

Douglas Bader was born in St John's wood, London, England.


Did Douglas bader have a dog?

Yes he had a female black Lab cross named Grace....


What planes did Douglas bader fly?

spitfire


What was Douglas bader mum called?

Her name was Jessie


Why did Sir Douglas Bader get knighted?

for his work for amputees


How did Douglas bader lose his legs?

a plane crash


When did Douglas Bader die?

5th September 1982-suddenly of a heart attack

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