Erwin Laskowski
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Erwin Laskowsky (27 May 1914 – 13 October 1983) was a German 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, and its variants were the highest awards in the military and paramilitary forces of Nazi Germany during World War II. During his career Erwin Laskowsky was credited with 46 aerial victories in 300+ missions.
Erwin Laskowsky | |
|---|---|
| Born | 27 May 1914 |
| Died | 13 October 1983 (aged 69) |
| Allegiance |  Nazi Germany |
| Branch |  Luftwaffe |
| Service years | 1936–1945 |
| Rank | Oberfeldwebel |
| Unit | JG 51 JG 11 |
| Conflicts | World War II |
| Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
Awards and decorations
- Aviator badge
- Front Flying Clasp of the Luftwaffe in Gold
- Iron Cross (1939)
- 2nd Class (25 May 1942)
- 1st Class (15 November 1942)
- Wound Badge (1939)
- in Black (19 June 1943)
- German Cross in Gold (1 January 1945)
- Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 27 April 1945 as Oberfeldwebel and pilot in the 8./Jagdgeschwader 11[1][2]
