Karl Bohnenkamp
German non-commissioned officer and World War I flying ace
About Karl Bohnenkamp
Lived 1890 – 1930 (aged 40). Karl Bohnenkamp was a German aircraft pilot, military personnel, flying ace and non-commissioned officer.
Military career
Before Bohnenkamp qualified as a pilot, he was a radio operator for Feldflieger Abteilung (Field Flier Detachment) 39 from May 1915 to August 1916. After undergoing pilot's training, he was assigned to Feldflieger Abteilung 208 in February 1917. On 25 July 1917, he was "promoted" to flying fighter aircraft for Royal Saxon Jagdstaffel 22. His first aerial success came on 21 September 1917. He would continue to score victories almost until war's end, his last one coming on 28 October 1918. The latter date, he was presented with the Golden Military Merit Cross–the highest military decoration that could be awarded to a German noncommissioned officer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Karl Bohnenkamp?
German non-commissioned officer and World War I flying ace (1890–1930)
When was Karl Bohnenkamp born?
Karl Bohnenkamp was born on 11 January 1890 in Dortmund.
When did Karl Bohnenkamp die?
Karl Bohnenkamp died on 27 February 1930 in Duisburg.
What was Karl Bohnenkamp's occupation?
Karl Bohnenkamp was an aircraft pilot, military personnel, flying ace and non-commissioned officer.
What nationality was Karl Bohnenkamp?
Karl Bohnenkamp was German.
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