Rank:

Flugzeugführer

Unit:

Deutschen Lufthansa Aktiengesellschaft Berlin

Awarded on:

February 2nd, 1938

"Participated in the search and rescue operations of an Italian aircraft that had to ditch in the Ocean due to a breakdown and was subsequently destroyed by a fire that developed on board.

In difficult sea conditions he contributed to the rescue of the commander of the Italian aircraft, the only survivor of the serious accident.

Example of admirable camaraderie, serene daring and unique expertise."

Cielo dell’Atlantico A. XVI.

Rank:

Flugzeugführer

Unit:

Deutschen Lufthansa Aktiengesellschaft Berlin

Awarded on:

April 20th, 1938