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# Elliott White Springs

(1896–1959)   Flying Ace

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Elliott White Springs was a flying ace.

## Quick Facts About Elliott White Springs

Born July 31, 1896

Died October 15, 1959

Profession Flying Ace

## About Elliott White Springs

American flying ace (1896-1959)... \| Elliott White Springs, was a South Carolina businessman and an American flying ace of World War I, credited with shooting down 16 enemy aircraft.

##  Quotes by Elliott White Springs

> [The heavens were the grandstands and only the gods were spectators. The stake was the world, the forfeit was the player's place…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/elliott-white-springs/the-heavens-were-the-grandstands-and-only-the-gods-were-spectators/)

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