Louis Filloux
Louis J. F. Filloux (1869–1957) was a French artillery officer. He designed several artillery pieces used in World War I, 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[edit]
-
-
155 mm GPF
References[edit]
- ^ a b Louis FILLOUX (1869-1957) Archived 2013-08-31 at archive.today at Filloux family site.
- ^ Valor awards for Louis J. F. Filloux at Military Times
External links[edit]
- 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.
| International | |
|---|---|
| National | |
  | This biographical article related to the French military is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |