About Walter Boenicke
Lived 1895 – 1947 (aged 51). Walter Boenicke was a German military personnel.
Walter Boenicke (15 December 1895 – 21 April 1947) was a German general (General der Flieger) in the Luftwaffe during World War II who commanded the 3. Flieger Division. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. Boenicke surrendered to the British troops in May 1945 and committed suicide on 21 April 1947.
Awards
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 14 May 1944 as Generalleutnant and commander of 3. Flieger-Division
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Who was Walter Boenicke?
German General and Knight's Cross recipients (1895-1947)
When was Walter Boenicke born?
Walter Boenicke was born on 15 December 1895 in Radisleben.
When did Walter Boenicke die?
Walter Boenicke died on 21 April 1947 in Munster, Lower Saxony.
What was Walter Boenicke's occupation?
Walter Boenicke was a military personnel.
What nationality was Walter Boenicke?
Walter Boenicke was German.
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