Theo Osterkamp
German general and pilot in WWII

Born
April 15th, 1892
132 years ago
Died
1975
50 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Germany
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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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