Andreas Michelsen
Andreas Heinrich Michelsen was a German Vizeadmiral and military commander. During World War I, he commanded several torpedo boats and the submarine fleet, participated in the Battle of Jutland, as well as being the leading German commander during the Battle of Dover Strait.
Andreas Michelsen | |
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| Born | 19 February 1869 Hildesheim, Hanover, Prussia, North Germany |
| Died | 8 April 1932 (aged 63) Fallingbostel, Hanover, Prussia, Germany |
| Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic |
| Branch | Imperial German Navy Reichsmarine |
| Years of service | 1888 – 1920 |
| Rank | Vizeadmiral |
| Battles/wars | World War I
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| Awards | Pour le Mérite |
| Spouse(s) | Christine Jensen |
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