Johann Niemann

German lieutenant during World War II

Johann Niemann - German lieutenant during World War II
Born

August 4th, 1913
112 years ago

Died

1943
82 years ago — 30 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Germany

Links & References

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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