Friedrich Herrlein (27 April 1889 – 28 July 1974) was a German general (General der Infanterie) in the Wehrmacht during World War II who commanded the LV Corps. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of by Nazi Germany. Herrlein surrendered to the British troops in 1945 and was interned until 1948.
Friedrich Herrlein | |
|---|---|
| Born | 27 April 1889 |
| Died | 28 July 1974 (aged 84) |
| Allegiance |  German Empire Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
| Service | Army |
| Rank | General der Infanterie |
| Commands | 71. Infanterie-Division 18. Infanterie-Division LV. Armeekorps |
| Battles / wars | ---- World War II |
| Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
Awards
- Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 22 August 1941 as Generalmajor and commander of 18. Infanterie-Division [1]
References
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