Wilhelm Beier
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Wilhelm Beier (18 November 1913 – 12 July 1977) was a Luftwaffe night fighter ace and recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross during World War II. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross was awarded to recognize extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership. Depending on source, Beier claimed 38 nocturnal aerial victories, including 14 of which flying intruder missions, intercepting bombers on their return flight to England.[1]
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Wilhelm Beier | |
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Born | 18 November 1913 Homberg |
Died | 12 July 1977(1977-07-12) (aged 63) Moers |
Allegiance | Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Luftwaffe |
Years of service | ?–1945 |
Rank | Oberleutnant |
Unit | NJG 2 NJG 1 |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
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