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German general (1891–1969) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Gotthard Fischer (10 January 1891 – 27 July 1969) was a German general (Generalleutnant) in the Wehrmacht during World War II who commanded several divisions. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany.
Gotthard Fischer | |
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Born | 10 January 1891 Goldap |
Died | 27 July 1969 78) Flensburg | (aged
Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Army |
Years of service | 1909–20 1933–45 |
Rank | Generalleutnant |
Commands | 126. Infanterie-Division |
Battles/wars | World War II
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Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
Fischer surrendered to the Red Army in April 1945 in the Courland Pocket. Convicted as a war criminal in the Soviet Union, he was held until 1955.
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