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Josef Abel

1914 – 1984

German soldier and Knight's Cross recipient

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About Josef Abel

Lived 1914 – 1984 (aged 70). Josef Abel was an American.

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Important facts

Born

3 January 1914, Bad Kissingen

Birth century

20th century

Died

1 December 1984, Donauwörth

Nationality

United States

Awards

Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross; Wound Badge (1939) in Silver; Eastern Medal

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Josef Abel's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Josef Abel?

German soldier and Knight's Cross recipient (1914-1984)

When was Josef Abel born?

Josef Abel was born on 3 January 1914 in Bad Kissingen.

When did Josef Abel die?

Josef Abel died on 1 December 1984 in Donauwörth.

What nationality was Josef Abel?

Josef Abel was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Josef Abel

· Wikidata: Q10308545

· DBpedia: Josef Abel (soldier)

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Josef Abel. https://biography.guide/josef-abel-1914/

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