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Herbert Bauer
German officer and Knight's Cross recipient · Germany · On the map · Lived 1919 to 1997 · aged 77
Herbert Bauer was a highly decorated Major in the Luftwaffe during World War II, and one of only 882 recipients of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves.
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About this person
The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, and its variants were the highest awards in the military and paramilitary forces of Nazi Germany during World War II. Herbert Bauer is credited with flying 1071 missions during the war. After the war Herbert Bauer acted as an advisor to the Argentine Air Force.
Country
Germany
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1919 to 1997 · aged 77