Louis Filloux
Louis J. F. Filloux (1869-1957) was a French artillery officer. He designed several artillery pieces used in World War One, including the Canon de 155mm GPF, the Canon de 194 mle GPF, and the 370mm Filloux mortar.[1] His highest rank was Lieutenant Colonel.
Filloux was made a Commander of the Legion of Honour by France[1] and received the Distinguished Service Medal from the United States.[2]
Gallery
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370 mm Filloux mortar
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155 mm GPF
References
- 1 2 Louis FILLOUX (1869-1957) at Filloux family site.
- ↑ Valor awards for Louis J. F. Filloux at Military Times
External links
- Colonel Filloux biography at Village of Pontlevoy site
- "Le mortier de 370, premier chef d'œuvre du chef d'escadron Filloux", Blindés & Matériel #95, January 2011.
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