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Ralph Talbot | |
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| Born | January 6, 1897 Weymouth, Massachusetts |
| Died | October 25, 1918 (aged 21) KIFA at La Fresne aerodrome, France |
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service |  United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1917–1918 |
| Rank | Second lieutenant |
| Unit | 1st Marine Aviation Force |
| Battles / wars | World War I |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Ralph Talbot (January 6, 1897 – October 25, 1918) was the first United States Marine Corps aviator to receive the Medal of Honor — for "exceptionally meritorious service and extraordinary heroism" while attached to Squadron C, U.S. 1st Marine Aviation Force, in France during World War I.