Rudolf Szepessy-Sokoll
Oberleutnant Rudolf Szepessy-Sokoll Freiherr von Negyes et Reno was a World War I flying ace credited with five aerial victories. He flew a strategic bombing mission directed against Milan, Italy on 14 February 1916; this is believed to be the first strategic bombing mission in history.[1]
Rudolf Szepessy-Sokoll Freiherr von Negyes et Reno | |
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| Born | 1891 Hungary |
| Died | 6 November 1917 Vicinity of Latisana, Italy |
| Allegiance | Austro-Hungarian Empire |
| Service/ | Cavalry; aviation |
| Years of service | 1914 - 1917 |
| Rank | Oberleutnant |
| Unit | Flik 17, Flik 10, Flik 27, Flik 3, Flik 41J |
| Awards | Military Merit Medal, Medal for Bravery, Order of Leopold |
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