James Rogers McConnell ( 14 March 1887 -- 19 March 1917 ) flew as an aviator during World War I in the Lafayette Escadrille .
James Rogers McConnell ( 14 March 1887 -- 19 March 1917 ) authored Flying for France .
James Rogers McConnell ( 14 March 1887 -- 19 March 1917 ) flew as an aviator during World War I in the Lafayette Escadrille and authored Flying for France .