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Theo Osterkamp

German flying ace (1892-1975) · Germany · On the map · Business Professionals · Died at 82

Theodor "Theo" Osterkamp was a German fighter pilot during World War I and World War II. A flying ace, he achieved 32 victories in World War I.

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Awards

Pour le Mérite
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross

About this person

In World War II, he led Jagdgeschwader 51 up to the Battle of Britain and claimed a further six victories during World War II, in the process becoming one of only a few men to score victories and become an ace in both world wars.

Country
Germany
Category
Business Professionals
Type
Business Professional
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1892 to 1975 · aged 82