James F. Morris
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James Fitz-Morris (6 April 1897 - 14 August 1918) was a British Major during World War I.
Born and raised in Polmont, Scotland, James was trained as a motor engineer, joining the Royal Engineers in 1914. Shortly afterwards, he was trained as a pilot, credited with the downing of up to 32 enemy planes. He was even honoured by the then King of Belgium Albert I of Belgium. At the age of just 21, he was killed during a flying accident, ironically whilst outwith the line of duty. Regarded as a local hero, his hometown of Polmont was in mourning following his tragic demise.
After more than a year of trying to recover his body, his funeral was finally held in what was believed to be November 1919, with more than a thousand people believed to have paid their respects on the day.
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