Richard Leppla

Military Person

1914 – 1988

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Who was Richard Leppla?

Richard Leppla was a German Luftwaffe ace and recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross during World War II. Leppla claimed 68 aerial victories claimed in over 500 combat missions. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership.

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Born
Jun 9, 1914
Matzenbach
Died
Aug 4, 1988

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on July 23, 2013

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