Reinhold Eckardt
Military Person
1918 – 1942
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Who was Reinhold Eckardt?
Reinhold Eckardt was a German Luftwaffe night fighter 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. Reinhold Eckardt died on 30 July 1942 after his parachute caught the end of his plane after he baled out. During his career he was credited with 22 aerial victories, 3 during the day and 19 at night.
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