About Wilhelm Kühne
Lived 1888 – 1918 (aged 29). Wilhelm Kühne was an airman and aircraft pilot.
Offizierstellvertreter Wilhelm Kühne (11 December 1888 – 30 August 1918) was a World War I flying ace credited with seven confirmed aerial victories and five unconfirmed ones.
Biography Wilhelm Kühne was born on 11 December 1888, though his birthplace is unknown. On 13 October 1909, he began his military service in Fusilier Regiment No. 10 of the German Army. In late 1913, he transferred to aviation service.
At some point, he trained as a pilot, as he flew for Flieger-Abteilung (Flier Detachment) 14. He then attended the Jastaschule (Fighter School) in Warsaw to convert to piloting single seat fighters. On 15 February 1917, he was posted to Jagdstaffel 29 as a fighter pilot. He staked his first victory claim there, for 12 May 1917, but it was unconfirmed.
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Who was Wilhelm Kühne?
German flying ace
When was Wilhelm Kühne born?
Wilhelm Kühne was born on 11 December 1888.
When did Wilhelm Kühne die?
Wilhelm Kühne died on 30 August 1918.
What was Wilhelm Kühne's occupation?
Wilhelm Kühne was an airman and aircraft pilot.
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· DBpedia: Wilhelm Kühne (aviator)
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