Robert Eyssen | |
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Born | 2 April 1892 |
Died | 31 March 1960 | (aged 67)
Allegiance | Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Kriegsmarine |
Rank | Konteradmiral |
Commands | Auxiliary cruiser Komet |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
Robert Eyssen (2 April 1892 – 31 March 1960) was a German admiral during World War II[1]: 80 and recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany. He joined the Imperial German Navy in 1911. He was the commander of German auxiliary cruiser Komet during its first raiding cruise from 4 July 1940 to 30 November 1941.