Karl Dönitz date of birth:

September 16, 1891

How old was Karl Dönitz when died?

89

Where was Karl Dönitz born?

Berlin, Germany

When did Karl Dönitz die?

December 22, 1980

How tall is Karl Dönitz?

5' 10½" (179 cm)

What is Karl Dönitz nationality?

German

Short Biography

Karl Dönitz (16 September 1891 – 24 December 1980) was a German admiral who played a major role in the Naval history of World War II. Dönitz succeeded Adolf Hitler as the head of state of Germany.