About Felix Zymalkowski
Lived 1913 – 2004 (aged 91). Felix Zymalkowski was a German chemist and pharmacologist.
Felix Zymalkowski (13 August 1913 – 17 August 2004) was a German naval officer and pharmaceutical chemist.
During World War II, Zymalkowski commanded a Schnellboot. His performance earned him multiple awards for excellence, culminating in the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross in 1943.
Subsequently, in 1944, Zymalkowski married Barbara Zimmermann. The marriage would produce two daughters, Katharina (born 1946) and Brigitte (born 1948).
Zymalkowski studied under Karl Wilhelm Rosenmund after the war at the University of Kiel in West Germany. He habilitated in 1955 and became a full professor at the University of Bonn in 1963.
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Who was Felix Zymalkowski?
Knights cross recipient (1913-2004)
When was Felix Zymalkowski born?
Felix Zymalkowski was born on 13 August 1913 in Grünau.
When did Felix Zymalkowski die?
Felix Zymalkowski died on 17 August 2004 in Bonn.
What was Felix Zymalkowski's occupation?
Felix Zymalkowski was a chemist and pharmacologist.
What nationality was Felix Zymalkowski?
Felix Zymalkowski was German.
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