| Heinz-Wolfgang Schnaufer
- Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords, and Diamonds |
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| Rank:
Major |
| Date
of Award: Oct 14, 1944 |
| Cross
Class: Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords, and Diamonds |
| Branch
of Service: Luftwaffe |
| Description
of Action: Heinz-Wolfgang Schnaufer (February 16, 1922-July 15, 1950) is considered on of the top night fighter aces of all time. He flew with the German Luftwaffe during the Second World War. All his 121 victories were scored at night[1], most against British four-engine bombers. He was nicknamed "The Night Ghost Of St. Trond Ref Wikipedia |
| Mini
Biography: |
| http://www.luftwaffe.cz/schnaufer.html |
| From:
Second World War Award Winners |
| Listing
Date: Jun 24, 2008 |
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