| Walter Nowotny
- Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords and Diamonds, EK1, EK2 |
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| Rank:
Major |
| Date
of Award: October 19, 1943 |
| Cross
Class: Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords and Diamonds, EK1, EK2 |
| 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 |
| Mini
Biography: |
| http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZRVwQ7Y_AA |
| From:
Second World War Award Winners |
| Listing
Date: Jul 1, 2008 |
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