Werner Stumpf
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Werner Stumpf (15 March 1917 – 13 October 1942) was a Luftwaffe ace and recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross during World War II. Stumpf claimed 48 aerial victories, 2 over the Western Front, 23 over the Eastern Front and 23 over the Mediterranean Front. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership.
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Werner Stumpf | |
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Born | 15 March 1917 Berlin |
Died | 13 October 1942(1942-10-13) (aged 25) near El Alamein |
Allegiance | Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Luftwaffe |
Years of service | 1935–42 |
Rank | Oberfeldwebel |
Unit | JG 53 |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
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