| Walter Nowotny
- Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords, and Diamonds |
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| Rank:
Major |
| Date
of Award: Oct 19, 1943 |
| Cross
Class: Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords, and Diamonds |
| Branch
of Service: Luftwaffe |
Description
of Action: Major Walter "Nowi" Nowotny (December 7, 1920 – November 8, 1944) was an Austrian-born German fighter ace of World War II with 258 confirmed victories in 442 missions, 255 victories over Russian pilots. By many considered as greatest fighter pilot of all time, by considering relation of his victories to his sorties. Ref Wikipedia
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| Mini
Biography: |
| http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vaZvej5f4eU |
| From:
Second World War Award Winners |
| Listing
Date: Jun 24, 2008 |
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