About Ernst Dehner
Lived 1889 – 1970 (aged 81). Ernst Dehner was a German military personnel.
Ernst Dehner (5 March 1889 – 13 September 1970) was a general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. In 1948 he was found guilty of war crimes at the Hostages Trial and was sentenced to seven years imprisonment, but was released in 1951.
Awards and decorations
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 18 October 1941 as Generalmajor and commander of 106. Infanterie-Division
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ernst Dehner?
German General and Knight's Cross recipients (1889-1970)
When was Ernst Dehner born?
Ernst Dehner was born on 5 March 1889 in Hersbruck.
When did Ernst Dehner die?
Ernst Dehner died on 13 September 1970 in Königstein im Taunus.
What was Ernst Dehner's occupation?
Ernst Dehner was a military personnel.
What nationality was Ernst Dehner?
Ernst Dehner was German.
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