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Friedrich Körner

German flying ace

Died when: 77 years 222 days (931 months)
Star Sign: Aquarius

 

Friedrich Körner

Friedrich Körner (24 January 1921 – 3 September 1998) was a World War II Luftwaffe Flying ace.He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross.

The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership.Körner was credited with 36 victories in over 250 missions.

All of his victories were scored whilst flying the Messerschmitt Bf 109.


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