Karl-Wilhelm Hofmann, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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German fighter ace and Knight's Cross recipient
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Place of Birth: Reichelsheim, Hesse, Germany
About Karl-Wilhelm Hofmann
- Karl-Wilhelm Hofmann (24 March 1921 – 26 March 1945) 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.
- Karl-Wilhelm Hofmann was killed on 26 March 1945 over Bissel, Germany.
- During his career he was credited with 44 aerial victories in 260 missions with 1 over the Eastern Front and 43 over the Western Front.
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