Johann Niemann
German lieutenant during World War II
Born
August 4th, 1913
111 years ago
Died
1943
82 years ago — 30 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Germany
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Served as a lieutenant in the German Army during World War II. Participated in combat operations across the Eastern Front. Engaged in various battles and military campaigns, contributing to the strategies employed by his unit. The specifics of his military engagements and rank within different operations reflected the broader tactics of the German forces during the war.
Served in the German Army during World War II
Participated in combat operations on the Eastern Front
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