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Wilhelm Franken

1914 – 1945

German navy officer and world war II U-boat commander

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About Wilhelm Franken

Lived 1914 – 1945 (aged 30). Wilhelm Franken was a German submariner, soldier and marineoffizier.

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Important facts

Born

11 September 1914, Schildesche

Birth century

20th century

Died

13 January 1945, Kiel

Occupation

Submariner, soldier, Marineoffizier

Nationality

Germany

Education

Naval Academy at Mürwik

Awards

Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Wilhelm Franken's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Wilhelm Franken?

German navy officer and world war II U-boat commander (1914-1945)

When was Wilhelm Franken born?

Wilhelm Franken was born on 11 September 1914 in Schildesche.

When did Wilhelm Franken die?

Wilhelm Franken died on 13 January 1945 in Kiel.

What was Wilhelm Franken's occupation?

Wilhelm Franken was a submariner, soldier and marineoffizier.

What nationality was Wilhelm Franken?

Wilhelm Franken was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Wilhelm Franken

· Wikidata: Q4492371

· DBpedia: Wilhelm Franken

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