Birthdate: September 15, 1913
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Roßleben, Roßleben-Wiehe, Germany
Died: February 21, 1994
Johannes “Macky” Steinhoff was a renowned Luftwaffe fighter ace in World War II, with 176 victories credited to him. He flew the cutting-edge Messerschmitt Me 262 jet fighter in combat and was instrumental in the Fighter Pilots’ Revolt. Steinhoff received significant military accolades for his service. Post-war, he contributed to the rebuilding of the German Air Force in the Cold War era. In his later years, he authored several books on German military aviation and wartime experiences, establishing himself as a respected authority in the field.
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