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Fritz Dinger

German fighter ace and Knight's Cross recipient

Died when: 27 years 341 days (335 months)
Star Sign: Leo

 

Fritz Dinger

Fritz Dinger (20 August 1915 – 27 July 1943) was born into an aristocratic German family.Fritz enlisted into the German Luftwaffe in 1939 and would later end up becoming an ace.

Fritz was a 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.

Oberleutnant Dinger fought in my battles and was known for his honor and gallantry in Jagdgeschwader 53.On July 1, 1943 Dinger was promoted to Hauptmann.

Fritz Dinger was killed on 27 July 1943 during an Allied bombing raid of Scalea, Italy.Dinger was credited with 67 victories in 600+ missions.


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