Hubert Brinkforth

Military Person

1916 – 1942

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Who was Hubert Brinkforth?

Hubert Brinkforth was a highly decorated Unteroffizier in the Wehrmacht during World War II. He was the first enlisted soldier to receive 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.

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Born
Apr 15, 1916
Marl
Died
Jun 5, 1942

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on July 23, 2013

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