Gerhard Barkhorn
German Luftwaffe pilot, fighter ace
Born
March 20th, 1919
106 years ago
Died
January 8th, 1983
42 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Germany
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Served as a general and fighter pilot in the German Luftwaffe during World War II. Achieved significant success in aerial combat, becoming one of the top German aces of the war. Barkhorn flew numerous missions on the Eastern Front, demonstrating effectiveness in dogfights and contributing to air superiority for German forces. Post-war, faced challenges as a prisoner of war before eventually resuming a career in aviation and becoming involved in private industry.
Recorded 301 aerial victories
Participated in the Battle of Britain
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