Ulrich Wernitz
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Ulrich Wernitz (21 January 1921 – 23 December 1980) was a Luftwaffe flying ace of World War II. He was credited with 101 aerial victories—that is, 101 aerial combat encounters resulting in the destruction of the enemy aircraft—claimed in roughly 240 combat missions.[1] He served in the post World War II German Air Force of the Federal Republic of Germany, retiring with the rank of Oberstleutnant (Lieutenant Colonel).
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Ulrich Wernitz | |
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Nickname(s) | Pipifax |
Born | (1921-01-21)21 January 1921 Schweinitz/Herzberg |
Died | 23 December 1980(1980-12-23) (aged 59) Fürstenfeldbruck |
Allegiance | Nazi Germany (to 1945) West Germany |
Service/ | Luftwaffe German Air Force |
Rank | Leutnant (Wehrmacht) Oberstleutnant (Bundeswehr) |
Unit | JG 54 |
Commands held | 3./JG 54 |
Battles/wars | See battles |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
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