Hans-Georg von der Osten
| Hans-Georg von der Osten | |
|---|---|
| Born |
9 September 1895 Witzmitz, Pomerania |
| Died | 27 March 1987 (aged 91) |
| Allegiance | Germany |
| Service/branch | Flying service |
| Rank | Leutnant |
| Unit | FA 38, Jasta 4 |
| Commands held | Jasta 11 |
| Awards | Iron Cross |
| Other work | Commanded all Luftwaffe bases in Germany during World War II |
Leutnant Hans-Georg von der Osten began his career as a World War I flying ace credited with five aerial victories. He later rose to command of all Luftwaffe bases in Germany, during World War II.[1]
After service in the 3rd Uhlans Rgt. he joined the Air Service in February 1916, serving with FEA 9. He then instructed for a spell before transferring to Jasta 11. He was acting commander of the Jasta in Jan-feb 1918, before taking over jasta 4. On 28 March he was shot down and wounded by fighters while flying a Pfalz D.III, seeing no further action during the conflict.
During the second world war he served in a Luftwaffe staff role.
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