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Helmut Witte

1915 – 2005

German World War II U-boat commander

SubmarinerMilitary personnel Marineoffizier
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About Helmut Witte

Lived 1915 – 2005 (aged 90). Helmut Witte was a German submariner, military personnel and marineoffizier.

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Important facts

Born
6 April 1915, Bojendorf auf Fehmarn
Birth century
20th century
Died
3 October 2005, Duisburg
Occupation
Submariner, military personnel, Marineoffizier
Nationality
Germany, Nazi Germany, German Reich
Education
Naval Academy at Mürwik
Employers
Koninklijke Philips NV, Terex Material Handling & Port Solutions
Awards
Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany; Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross; Spanish Cross; U-boat Front Clasp; U-boat War Badge (1939); Iron Cross (1939), 1st class; Iron Cross (1939), 2nd class; Narvik Shield; U-boat Front Clasp in Bronze; Wound Badge (1939) in Black; Wound Badge (1939) in Silver; War Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Helmut Witte?

German World War II U-boat commander (1915-2005)

When was Helmut Witte born?

Helmut Witte was born on 6 April 1915 in Bojendorf auf Fehmarn.

When did Helmut Witte die?

Helmut Witte died on 3 October 2005 in Duisburg.

What was Helmut Witte's occupation?

Helmut Witte was a submariner, military personnel and marineoffizier.

What nationality was Helmut Witte?

Helmut Witte was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Helmut Witte

· Wikidata: Q90467

· DBpedia: Helmut Witte

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