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(1922-1993) German fighter pilot during World War II and is the most successful fighter ace in the history of aerial warfare - nicknamed "Bubi" by his German comrades and "The Black Devil" by his Soviet adversaries.
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Erich Hartmann is one of the most famous and successful fighter pilots of World War II. He is credited with 352 aerial victories, the highest number of any pilot in the war. He flew over 1,500 combat missions, including 825 successful sorties, and was shot down 11 times. Hartmann was highly decorated for his service and was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords, and Diamonds, the highest award in the German military.
Erich Hartmann was born in Weissach, Germany on April 19, 1922. He was the son of a doctor and he grew up in a family that was strongly supportive of the Nazi party. At the age of 18, he joined the German Air Force and began his training in 1941. He quickly proved to be a highly skilled pilot and was assigned to the elite fighter unit Jagdgeschwader 52 (JG 52).
Throughout the war, Hartmann flew with JG 52 and participated in numerous campaigns in the Soviet Union. He was known for his skill in aerial combat and was often able to outmaneuver and outgun the enemy. His skill and courage earned him the nickname "The Black Devil of the Ukraine".
Hartmann was one of the few German pilots to survive the war and he continued to serve in the German Air Force until 1970, when he retired as a colonel. During his career, he was awarded many medals and decorations, including the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords, and Diamonds which was the highest decoration in the German military.
After his retirement, Hartmann became an advocate for peace and reconciliation between Germany and its former enemies. He also became a successful businessman, working as a consultant and adviser to many companies in Germany. He was also a renowned lecturer and author, and wrote several books on his experiences during the war.
Erich Hartmann was a highly decorated and successful fighter pilot and a true hero of World War II. He was a skilled and courageous pilot who was able to outmaneuver and outgun his enemies on numerous occasions. His legacy lives on in his books and lectures, and he is remembered as a symbol of courage and hope in the face of adversity.
