Fritz Beckhardt

German flying ace (1889-1962) · Germany · On the map · Died at 72

Vizefeldwebel Fritz Beckhardt was a German Jewish fighter ace in World War I. The Nazis later expunged him from Luftwaffe history because his valorous war record of 17 aerial victories belied their assertions that Jews were inherently cowardly.

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Fritz Beckhardt at far right of picture, with Bruno Loerzer (center of picture), his brother Fritz Loerzer, and other members of Jasta 26. May 1918.

Fritz Beckhardt in his Siemens-Schuckert D.III fighter.

Beckhardt in his later years. This photo dates from the 1950s.

Awards

Honour Cross of the World War 1914/1918

About this person

Country

Germany

Status

Deceased

Dates

Lived 1889 to 1962 · aged 72