Heinrich Eberbach
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Heinrich Eberbach (24 November 1895 – 13 July 1992) was a German general during World War II who commanded the 5th Panzer Army during the Allied invasion of Normandy. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves of Nazi Germany.
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Born | (1895-11-24)24 November 1895 Stuttgart, Kingdom of Württemberg, German Empire |
Died | 13 July 1992(1992-07-13) (aged 96) Notzingen, Germany |
Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Army |
Years of service | 1914–20 1935–45 |
Rank | General der Panzertruppe |
Commands held | 4th Panzer Division 5th Panzer Army 7th Army |
Battles/wars | World War I
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Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves |
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