About Alfred Lindenberger
Lived 1897 – 1973 (aged 76). Alfred Lindenberger was a flying ace, soldier, fighter pilot and JG 300.
Leutnant (later Major) Alfred Lindenberger was a World War I flying ace credited with twelve aerial victories. He also scored four victories during World War II while serving as commander of a fighter group.
World War I military service
While Lindenberger was a gunner in FA 234, he shot down a Spad with pilot Vizfeldwebel Breitenstein on 29 May 1917. Then he was teamed with ace pilot Vizfeldwebel Karl Jentsch, and they scored two more SPADs in October. After pilot training, in May 1918 Lindenberger was posted to Jagdstaffel 2. Between 30 May and 1 November 1918, he downed nine more enemy planes, seven flying the Fokker D.VII.
Aerial victories No. Date Foe Location
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Alfred Lindenberger?
German flying ace
When was Alfred Lindenberger born?
Alfred Lindenberger was born on 22 April 1897 in Stuttgart.
When did Alfred Lindenberger die?
Alfred Lindenberger died on 30 June 1973 in Nürtingen.
What was Alfred Lindenberger's occupation?
Alfred Lindenberger was a flying ace, soldier, fighter pilot and JG 300.
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