Karl H. Timmermann
War Hero

Karl H. Timmermann Net Worth

Karl H. Timmermann was a German-American war hero born on June 19, 1922 in Germany. He is most famous for being the first American Officer to cross Germany's Rhine River during World War II. He also survived the German demolition attempt to destroy the Ludendorff Bridge at Remagen in 1945. His bravery and courage during the war earned him the respect of his peers and the admiration of many.
Karl H. Timmermann is a member of War Hero

Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day June 19, 1922
Birth Place Germany
Age 98 YEARS OLD
Died On Oct 21, 1951 (age 29)
Birth Sign Gemini

💰 Net worth: $100K - $1M

About

German-American war hero who was the first American Officer to cross Germany's Rhine River during World War II. He survived the German demolition attempt to destroy the Ludendorff Bridge at Remagen in 1945.

Before Fame

He graduated from the Citizens Military Training Corps in 1940 after attending for two summers.

Trivia

The Timmermann Theater in Fort Dix, New Jersey was named in his honor.

Family Life

His father was an American soldier of German ancestry who married his mother while serving in the war.

Associated With

He met and was interviewed by Ernie Pyle about his time in the war.

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About the author

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