Karl John Schoen
Karl John Schoen | |
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Lieutenant Karl John Schoen 139th Aero Squadron | |
| Born | 20 October 1894 Indianapolis, Indiana, United States |
| Died | 29 October 1918 (aged 24) Damvilliers, France |
| Buried | Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery, Romagne, France Plot B, Row 38, Grave 9 |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | Air Service, United States Army |
| Years of service | 1917 - 1918 |
| Rank | First lieutenant |
| Unit | 139th Aero Squadron |
| Battles / wars | World War I |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Purple Heart |
First Lieutenant Karl John Schoen (20 October 1894 – 29 October 1918) was a World War I flying ace credited with seven aerial victories while flying a Spad XIII for the USAAS during World War I. As such, he was one of the first American aces flying for his home country.