About Alexander Holle
Lived 1898 – 1978 (aged 80). Alexander Holle was a German military personnel.
Alexander Holle (27 February 1898 – 16 July 1978) was a German general (Generalleutnant) in the Luftwaffe's Condor Legion during the German involvement in the Spanish Civil War, and World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany.
From 8 May 1945 to February 1948, Holle was a prisoner of war. After his release he married on 12 May 1948 and had a daughter.
On 16 July 1978, he died in Munich and was buried with a military honor guard.
Awards and decorations
German Cross in Gold on 11 May 1942 as Oberst with Kampfgeschwader 26 Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 30 December 1942 as Oberst and as Fliegerführer Nord and Geschwaderkommodore of Kampfgeschwader 26.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Alexander Holle?
German general and Knight's Cross recipient (1898–1978)
When was Alexander Holle born?
Alexander Holle was born on 27 February 1898 in Bielefeld.
When did Alexander Holle die?
Alexander Holle died on 16 July 1978 in Munich.
What was Alexander Holle's occupation?
Alexander Holle was a military personnel.
What nationality was Alexander Holle?
Alexander Holle was German.
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