Category:Corporal Hans Bach

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Hans was born on July 29th, 1936 in Dresden, Germany. Hans's father was Sergeant Adam Bach, SS (KIA in World War 2; October 13, 1943). His mother was Ada Hans (killed in bombings, World War 2; November 3rd, 1944). Hans waa raised by his Aunt Agnes after his parents both died in World War 2. Despite all of the hard times he was a cheerful spirit, those who knew him said.

Military Career
Hans signed up for the Hew Order Heer in 1956, and was first assgined to the 12th artillery unit. He remained there until his transfer request was granted; upon promotion to Private First Class. He then went to sniper school and graduated at the top his class. They placed him with the 47th Sniper Company, where he showed up his commander. They dubbed him "Bullet Bach" because of his great skill. When his company commander promted him to Corporal, Feild Marshal Barth came up from Fussen to declare him the best sniper in the army. When Hans applied for Sergeant, VanHeniz ordered that he not be promoted further because of problems VanHeniz had with Hans's father during World War 2. Hans was furious.

Importance
During the first part of the Revoultion of 1959, VanHeniz ordered Hans to assinate Barth, but Hans refused. He left the office and telephoned Barth to tell him of the plot. He is regarded as a national hero as well as an excellent sharpshooter.