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Hans Witt

1909 – 1980

German World War II U-boat commander

Soldier SubmarinerMarineoffizier

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About Hans Witt

Lived 1909 – 1980 (aged 70). Hans Witt was a German soldier, submariner and marineoffizier.

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Important facts

Born

25 December 1909, Bautzen

Birth century

20th century

Died

13 February 1980, Poppenbüttel

Occupation

Soldier, submariner, Marineoffizier

Nationality

Germany

Education

Naval Academy at Mürwik

Awards

Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross; U-boat Front Clasp; U-boat War Badge (1939); Iron Cross, 1st class; Iron Cross, 2nd class; Wehrmacht Long Service Award

Also known as

Hans-Ludwig Witt

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Hans Witt's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Hans Witt?

German World War II U-boat commander

When was Hans Witt born?

Hans Witt was born on 25 December 1909 in Bautzen.

When did Hans Witt die?

Hans Witt died on 13 February 1980 in Poppenbüttel.

What was Hans Witt's occupation?

Hans Witt was a soldier, submariner and marineoffizier.

What nationality was Hans Witt?

Hans Witt was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Hans Witt

· Wikidata: Q4112475

· DBpedia: Hans Witt

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