About Johann Raithel
Lived 1897 – 1961 (aged 63). Johann Raithel was a German military personnel.
Johann Raithel (11 March 1897 – 29 January 1961) was a German general of the Luftwaffe, who commanded the Kampfgeschwader 77 during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany.
On 1 April 1936, Raithel was tasked with the creation of Jagdgeschwader 132 "Richthofen" (JG 132—132nd Fighter Wing) and appointed its first Geschwaderkommodore (wing commander).
His daughter Anneliese married Hubert Greim, son of Generalfeldmarschall Robert Ritter von Greim.
Awards and decorations
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 17 October 1941 as Oberst and Geschwaderkommodore of Kampfgeschwader 77
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Who was Johann Raithel?
German general and Knight's Cross recipient (1897-1961)
When was Johann Raithel born?
Johann Raithel was born on 11 March 1897 in Munich.
When did Johann Raithel die?
Johann Raithel died on 29 January 1961 in Hamburg.
What was Johann Raithel's occupation?
Johann Raithel was a military personnel.
What nationality was Johann Raithel?
Johann Raithel was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johann Raithel. https://biography.guide/johann-raithel/
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