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Erwin Laskowski

1914 – 1983

German flying ace and Knight's Cross recipient

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Lived 1914 – 1983 (aged 69). Erwin Laskowski was a German.

Erwin Laskowsky (27 May 1914 – 13 October 1983) was a German Luftwaffe ace and recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross during World War II. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, and its variants were the highest awards in the military and paramilitary forces of Nazi Germany during World War II. During his career Erwin Laskowsky was credited with 46 aerial victories in 300+ missions.

Awards and decorations Aviator badge Front Flying Clasp of the Luftwaffe in Gold Iron Cross (1939) 2nd Class (25 May 1942) 1st Class (15 November 1942) Wound Badge (1939) in Black (19 June 1943) German Cross in Gold (1 January 1945) Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 27 April 1945 as Oberfeldwebel and pilot in the 8./Jagdgeschwader 11

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Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross; German Cross in Gold
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Erwin Laskowsky

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Erwin Laskowski?

German flying ace and Knight's Cross recipient

When was Erwin Laskowski born?

Erwin Laskowski was born on 27 May 1914 in Bochum.

When did Erwin Laskowski die?

Erwin Laskowski died on 13 October 1983 in Bochum.

What nationality was Erwin Laskowski?

Erwin Laskowski was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Erwin Laskowski

· Wikidata: Q5396164

· DBpedia: Erwin Laskowski

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