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Gerhard Wilck
German commander (1898–1985) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Gerhard Wilck (17 June 1898 – 5 April 1985) was the German commander who defended the German city of Aachen in the Battle of Aachen. He surrendered on 21 October 1944 against the orders of Hitler, after a stubborn defence and bitter urban warfare.
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Gerhard Wilck | |
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![]() Gerhard Wilck (standing 2nd from left) at Trent Park | |
Born | (1898-06-17)17 June 1898 Löbau, West Prussia |
Died | 5 April 1985(1985-04-05) (aged 86) Rheinbreitbach |
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Service/ | Army |
Years of service | 1916 - 1944 |
Rank | Oberst |
Commands held | 246th Volksgrenadier Division |
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