Joachim Wandel, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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German fighter ace and Knight's Cross recipient
Date of Birth: 07-May-1914
Place of Birth: Człuchów, Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
Date of Death: 07-Oct-1942
Profession: airman
Zodiac Sign: Taurus 
About Joachim Wandel
- Joachim "Gnom" Wandel (7 May 1914 – 7 October 1942) was a 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.
- Joachim Wandel was killed on 7 October 1942 when he was shot down and crashed near Oschtaschkow, Russia.
- He was credited with 75 victories, 5 over the Western Front and 70 over the Eastern Front.
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