Alfred Eick (9 March 1916 – 12 April 2015) was a German U-boat commander and recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership in World War II. He was born in Essen and lived in Bielefeld until his death. At the 25th anniversary of Eick's sinking of the SS Point Pleasant Park, the surviving crew created a monument to those that died in Point Pleasant Park, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Eick sent $30 ($180 in 2013) for a wreath to be placed at the base of the monument.
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9 March 1916 Essen, Germany
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Died |
12 April 2015 (aged 99)
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Zodiac | Pisces |
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