About Hans Johannsen
Lived 1913 – 1961 (aged 48). Hans Johannsen was a German submariner and soldier.
Hans Johannsen (29 January 1913 – 5 March 1961) was a German chief engineer on a U-boat in World War II and recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross.
Awards Wehrmacht Long Service Award 4th Class (1 January 1939) Iron Cross (1939) 2nd Class (20 April 1940) & 1st Class (2 March 1941) U-boat War Badge (1939) (3 January 1941) U-Boat Front Clasp in Bronze (13 November 1944)
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Who was Hans Johannsen?
German submariner (1913-1961)
When was Hans Johannsen born?
Hans Johannsen was born on 29 January 1913 in Stadum.
When did Hans Johannsen die?
Hans Johannsen died on 5 March 1961 in Fehmarn.
What was Hans Johannsen's occupation?
Hans Johannsen was a submariner and soldier.
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Hans Johannsen was German.
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