LUFTWAFFE ace pilot Hugo Broch hand made signature autograph Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross recipient
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LUFTWAFFE ace pilot Hugo Broch hand made signature autograph Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross recipient
Hugo Broch (born 6 January 1922) is a German Luftwaffe ace during the Second World War who is credited with 81 victories in 324 missions, all on the Eastern Front. He is a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, and is one of two living recipients of the award.
World War II
Broch is a World War II Luftwaffe pilot.[2] In January 1943 he arrived on the Eastern Front to serve in II. Gruppe of Jagdgeschwader 54 (JG 54—54th Fighter Wing), and claimed his first victory two months later.
Later life
Following World War II, Broch became an employee with Agfa in Leverkusen. He was a prolific autograph signer, and signed many memorabilia items.[5][6] At age 95 he fulfilled a long held ambition to fly in a Spitfire, the two seat Tr.9 MJ627. On 6 January 2022, he turned 100 years old, making him a centenarian.
