Gerhard Barkhorn
German general and fighter pilot during World War II (1919–1983)
1919 — 1983
Quick Facts
Profession
German general and fighter pilot during World War II (1919–1983)
Born
March 20, 1919
Died
1983 (age ~64)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
military officer, fighter pilot
GermanyBorn in KönigsbergDied in Frechen
1919
Born in Königsberg (1919-03-20)
1983
Died in Frechen
About
Gerhard "Gerd" Barkhorn was a German military aviator who was a renowned wing commander in the Luftwaffe during World War II. As a fighter ace, he was the second most successful fighter pilot of all time after fellow German Erich Hartmann. Other than Hartmann, Barkhorn is the only fighter ace to ever exceed 300 claimed victories. Following World War II, he became a high-ranking officer in the German Air Force of the Federal Republic of Germany.
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Who is Gerhard Barkhorn?+
Gerhard "Gerd" Barkhorn was a German military aviator who was a renowned wing commander in the Luftwaffe during World War II. As a fighter ace, he was the second most successful fighter pilot of all time after fellow German Erich Hartmann. Other than Hartmann, Barkhorn is the only fighter ace to eve
What does the name Gerhard mean?+
The name Gerhard means "a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert". It is of German origin.
When was Gerhard Barkhorn born?+
Gerhard Barkhorn was born on March 20, 1919.
When did Gerhard Barkhorn die?+
Gerhard Barkhorn died in 1983, at approximately 64 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert
The name Gerhard is of German origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gerhard — March 20, 1919
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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You led when it mattered most. We remember.
— a veteran
The battle that turned the tide. Your call.
— a historian
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