Erich-Otto Schmidt
German general
About Erich-Otto Schmidt
Lived 1899 – 1959 (aged 59).
Erich-Otto Schmidt (17 August 1899 – 18 June 1959) was a general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II who commanded the 352. Volksgrenadier Division. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross.
Awards and decorations
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 4 August 1943 as Oberstleutnant and commander of Grenadier-Regiment 679
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Erich-Otto Schmidt?
German general
When was Erich-Otto Schmidt born?
Erich-Otto Schmidt was born on 17 August 1899 in Annaberg.
When did Erich-Otto Schmidt die?
Erich-Otto Schmidt died on 18 June 1959 in Bühlertal.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Erich-Otto Schmidt
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