Erich Topp

German admiral and U-boat commander

Erich Topp - German admiral and U-boat commander
Born

July 2nd, 1914
111 years ago

Died

December 26th, 2005
19 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Germany

Links & References

Served as a commander of U-boats during World War II. Achieved significant success in naval warfare against Allied shipping. Participated in multiple successful patrols in the Atlantic, contributing to the effectiveness of the German submarine campaign. After the war, Topp remained active in naval affairs and wrote about his experiences in the U-boat service.

Commanded U-boat U-552

Sank numerous Allied vessels

Awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross

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