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Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat

1906 – 1974

German World War II U-boat commander

Military personnel SubmarinerMarineoffizier
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Lived 1906 – 1974 (aged 67). Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat was a German military personnel, submariner and marineoffizier.

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Important facts

Born
11 September 1906, Amnéville
Birth century
20th century
Died
9 January 1974, Barmbek
Occupation
Military personnel, submariner, Marineoffizier
Nationality
Germany, Nazi Germany
Education
Naval Academy at Mürwik
Awards
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross; U-boat Front Clasp; Iron Cross, 2nd class; Iron Cross, 1st class; U-boat War Badge (1939)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat?

German World War II U-boat commander

When was Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat born?

Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat was born on 11 September 1906 in Amnéville.

When did Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat die?

Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat died on 9 January 1974 in Barmbek.

What was Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat's occupation?

Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat was a military personnel, submariner and marineoffizier.

What nationality was Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat?

Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat

· Wikidata: Q73543

· DBpedia: Eitel-Friedrich Kentrat

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