Franciszek Żwirko
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Summary
Franciszek Żwirko was born on September 16, 1895[1], in Švenčionys[2]. He died on September 11, 1932[3], in Těrlicko[4]. He worked as an athlete[5], fighter pilot[6], military officer[7], soldier[8], and Flieger[9]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (64 views/month, #7,292 of 1,000,298).[10]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Powązki Cemetery[11]
- Child: Henryk Żwirko[12]
- Country of citizenship: Russian Empire[13], Second Polish Republic[14], Poland[15]
- Award received: Order of Saint Anna, 4th class[16], Silver Cross of Merit[17], Gold Cross of Merit[18], Knight of the Order of Polonia Restituta[19], Badge of Honour of the Air and Chemical Defense League[20], Médaille Interalliée 1914–1918[21]
- Sex or gender: male[22]
- Military branch: Polish Air Force (1918-1939)[23]
- Commons category: Franciszek Żwirko[24]
- Military, police or special rank: lieutenant[25], captain[26]
- Participated in conflict: World War I[27]
- Family name: Żwirko[28]
- Given name: Franciszek[29]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Polish[30]
- Name in native language: Franciszek Żwirko[31]
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Why It Matters
Franciszek Żwirko is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[34]
FAQs
Where was Franciszek Żwirko born?
Franciszek Żwirko's place of birth was Švenčionys[2].
Where did Franciszek Żwirko die?
Franciszek Żwirko passed away in Těrlicko[4].
What did Franciszek Żwirko do for work?
Franciszek Żwirko worked as an athlete[5], fighter pilot[6], military officer[7], soldier[8], and Flieger[9].
What awards did Franciszek Żwirko receive?
Honors received include Order of Saint Anna, 4th class[16], Silver Cross of Merit[17], Gold Cross of Merit[18], and Knight of the Order of Polonia Restituta[19].