Hans-Georg von der Osten

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]

Hans-Georg von der Osten
Born(1895-09-09)9 September 1895
Witzmitz, Pomerania
Died27 March 1987(1987-03-27) (aged 91)
AllegianceGermany
Service/branchFlying service
RankLeutnant
UnitFA 38, Jasta 4
Commands heldJasta 11
AwardsIron Cross
Other workCommanded all Luftwaffe bases in Germany during World War II

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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