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Helmut Rüffler

German fighter ace and Knight's Cross recipient

Died when: 83 years 246 days (1004 months)
Star Sign: Capricorn

 

Helmut Rüffler

Helmut Rüffler (18 January 1918 – 21 September 2001) 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.Helmut Rüffler was credited with 88 victories in 690 missions, a further 10 victories were claimed but not confirmed.


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