About Karl Christ
Lived 1897 – 1990 (aged 92). Karl Christ was a German flying ace and luftwaffe.
Colonel Karl Christ (15 June 1897 – 15 March 1990) was a World War I flying ace credited with five aerial victories. He enlisted again during early World War II.
Biography
Karl Christ was born on 15 June 1897 in Darmstadt, the Grand Duchy of Hesse, in the German Empire. In January 1915, he joined the Die Fliegertruppen des deutschen Kaiserreiches (the German flying service). He trained with Fliegerersatz-Abteilung (Replacement Detachment) 6 at Grosenheim.
He began service with Kampfgeschwader 6. By 1916, he was serving in Kampfgeschwader 5, a tactical bomber wing subordinate to the German Supreme Command. During this period, Christ won both classes of the Iron Cross.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Karl Christ?
German flying ace
When was Karl Christ born?
Karl Christ was born on 15 June 1897 in Darmstadt.
When did Karl Christ die?
Karl Christ died on 15 March 1990 in Mannheim.
What was Karl Christ's occupation?
Karl Christ was a flying ace and luftwaffe.
What nationality was Karl Christ?
Karl Christ was German.
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