1. Johann Schalk was a Nazi German flying ace and high-ranking officer in the German Luftwaffe during World War II.
11 Facts About Johann Schalk
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Johann Schalk is credited with 15 aerial victories, 4 of which on the Eastern Front, claimed in 163 combat missions.
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Johann Schalk became a leader of a fighter squadron in August 1933 and was appointed commander of the Austrian Jagdgruppe 1.
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Johann Schalk was one of the best Austrian aerobatic pilots and gained experience at various delegations to Germany and Italy.
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On 1 July 1938, Johann Schalk was tasked with the creation of IV.
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Johann Schalk claimed two further victories during the Battle of France and six during the Battle of Britain, three of which were shot down by his wireless radio operator Unteroffizier Hans Scheuplein.
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Johann Schalk was the first member of the Luftwaffe to receive the Honour Goblet of the Luftwaffe.
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Johann Schalk was one of the first Zerstorer pilot to receive the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 11 September 1940 after nine aerial victories.
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On 29 March 1941, Johann Schalk was given the position of Geschwaderkommodore of Nachtjagdgeschwader 3.
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Johann Schalk held this position until 1 August 1943 when he transferred command to Major Helmut Lent.
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Johann Schalk was then given the position of Jagdfliegerfuhrer 2, the commander of the Fighter forces of a Luftflotte.