Ernst Börngen

German fighter ace and Knight's Cross recipient

Died when: 73 years 143 days (880 months)
Star Sign: Aquarius

 

Ernst Börngen (7 February 1916 – 30 June 1989) was a German 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.Ernst Börngen claimed 41 victories in 450 missions.

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