Arthur Godenau
| Arthur Godenau | |
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| Born | 19 January 1903 Przyłęki, German Empire |
| 💀Died | 16 February 1983 (aged 80) Laboe, West Germany16 February 1983 (aged 80) |
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| 🏛️ Political party | Nazi Party |
Arthur Godenau (19 January 1903 - 16 February 1983) was a German Kriegsmarine officer who was born in Przyłęki (German: Netzort) and took part in the German operation against Norway.[1][2]
He earned significant awards, such as Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 31 May 1940 when he commanded R-17 in R-Boat Flotilla I[1] (for successfully helping to ensure the capture of the Horten harbor in an undamaged state).
He later died in Laboe, the circumstances of his death are yet unknown.[3] Buried in Laboe.[1]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Brazier, K. (2021). The Complete Knight's Cross: The Years of Victory 1939-1941 (Volume 1). Fonthill Media. p. 28. Retrieved 2024-03-31. Search this book on
- ↑ Haarr, G.H. (2011). The German Invasion of Norway, April 1940. Pen & Sword Books. p. 141. ISBN 978-1-78346-967-3. Retrieved 2024-03-31. Search this book on
- ↑ https://www.tracesofwar.com/persons/45789/Godenau-Arthur.htm
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