Theo Osterkamp

German general and pilot in WWII

Theo Osterkamp - German general and pilot in WWII
Born

April 15th, 1892
133 years ago

Died

1975
50 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Germany

Links & References

Served as a Luftwaffe general during World War II. Gained recognition for commanding fighter units and played a significant role in air operations. Participated in battles on the Eastern and Western fronts. Contributed to the development of tactics and strategies utilized by German aviation forces during the war.

Commanded Luftwaffe units in WWII

Participated in Eastern and Western front battles

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