Heinz Sachsenberg
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Heinz Wimmersal Sachsenberg (12 July 1922 – 17 June 1951) was a German World War II fighter ace who served in the Luftwaffe. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, the highest award in the military and paramilitary forces of Nazi Germany during World War II. Sachsenberg claimed 104 aerial victories.
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Heinz Sachsenberg | |
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Nickname(s) | Wimmersaal |
Born | (1922-07-12)12 July 1922 Dessau, Germany |
Died | 17 June 1951(1951-06-17) (aged 28) Lich, district of Gießen |
Allegiance | Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Luftwaffe |
Years of service | 1941–1945 |
Rank | Leutnant (second lieutenant)[1] |
Unit | JG 52, JG 7, JV 44 |
Commands held | Protection Squadron of JV 44(Squadron Leader) |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
Relations | Gotthard Sachsenberg |
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