Ernst Lindemann
German naval captain during WWII
Born
March 28th, 1894
130 years ago
Died
May 27th, 1941
83 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Germany
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Served as captain of the battleship Bismarck during World War II. Played a crucial role in naval operations. Engaged in the sinking of the HMS Hood in May 1941. The Bismarck was ultimately sunk shortly after, leading to multiple strategic lessons in naval warfare.
Commanded the battleship Bismarck
Led the German fleet in the North Atlantic
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