David Coke
David Coke | |
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| Born | 4 December 1915 Norfolk, England |
| Died | 9 December 1941 (aged 26) Acroma, Libya |
| Buried | Knightsbridge War Cemetery, Acroma |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Royal Air Force |
| Years of service | 1939–1941 |
| Rank | Flight lieutenant |
| Battles / wars | Second World War |
| Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross |
David Arthur Coke (/ˈkʊk/ KUUK; 4 December 1915 – 9 December 1941) was a flight lieutenant in the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve during the Second World War, and is credited with two destroyed, two probables, and two damaged aircraft during his service. He is known in popular culture for his friendship with the author Roald Dahl while serving in the Royal Air Force.