Hans-Joachim Marseille
German Luftwaffe pilot and fighter ace
Born
December 13th, 1919
105 years ago
Died
September 30th, 1942
82 years ago — 22 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Germany
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A distinguished Luftwaffe pilot during World War II, achieved fame as a fighter ace. Recognized for impressive aerial combat skills, credited with shooting down hundreds of enemy aircraft. Gained a reputation for tactics and flying maneuvers in the Messerschmitt Bf 109. Met an early death in 1942, yet remains one of the top aces of the war.
Acknowledged with 158 aerial victories
Earned the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves
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