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Karl Thom

German flying ace (1893-1945) · Germany · On the map · Politicians · Died at 51

Leutnant Karl Thom, was a German World War I flying ace credited with 27 victories. He was decorated with both his nation's highest decorations for valor, the Military Merit Cross as an enlisted soldier, and the Pour le Mérite after he was commissioned as an officer.

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He was one of only four German aces of World War I to achieve this double award.

Country
Germany
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1893 to 1945 · aged 51