Herbert Werner
Herbert A. Werner (13 May 1920 – 6 April 2013) was a German submarine officer and captain during World War II. He served in five U-boats and survived the sinking of U-612 in the Baltic and the loss of U-415 in Brest harbour. Werner moved to the United States in 1957 and became an American citizen.
Herbert Werner | |
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| Born | 13 May 1920 Freiburg im Breisgau |
| Died | 6 April 2013 (aged 92) |
| Allegiance | Nazi Germany |
| Service/ | Kriegsmarine |
| Years of service | 1939–1945 |
| Rank | Oberleutnant zur See |
| Commands held | U-415, U-953 |
| Battles/wars | Battle of the Atlantic |
| Awards | Minesweeper War Badge
U-boat War Badge Iron Cross 1st Class |
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