Herbert Kaiser (16 March 1916 – 5 December 2003) was a Luftwaffe ace and recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross during World War II. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership. He was captured by American troops in May 1945. During his career, he flew 1,200 missions and is credited with 68 aerial victories.
Herbert Kaiser | |
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Born | 16 March 1916 Jessen |
Died | 5 December 2003 Germany | (aged 87)
Allegiance | Nazi Germany (to 1945) West Germany |
Service/ | Luftwaffe German Air Force |
Years of service | 1938–45 1957–72 |
Rank | Leutnant (Wehrmacht) Oberstleutnant (Bundeswehr) |
Unit | JG 3 JV 44 JG 1 |
Commands held | I./JG 52 III./JG 3 |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |