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Wilhelm Reinhard
German flying ace
| Bio | Hauptmann Wilhelm "Willi" Reinhard was a German pilot during World War I. Reinhard became a flying ace during the war, credited with 20 confirmed aerial victories. After commanding two successive fighter squadrons, he was picked to replace Manfred von Richthofen as commander of Jagdgeschwader 1 when the Red Baron fell in combat. Reinhard died on 3 July 1918 while testing a prototype fighter.2 |
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| Born | 1891 Mar 121 |
| Died | 1918 Jul 31 |
| Occupation | aircraft pilot, military personnel1 |
| Cause of death | aviation accident, accidental death2 |
| Status | Confirmed: Wilhelm Reinhard is a 27 Club member |