About Ewald Burian
Lived 1896 – 1981 (aged 85). Ewald Burian was a Romanian military personnel.
Ewald Burian (12 July 1896 – 3 November 1981) was a highly decorated Oberst in the Wehrmacht during World War II. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross.
Awards and decorations Honour Cross of the World War 1914/1918 Iron Cross (1939) 2nd Class (1 April 1942) 1st Class (1 August 1942) Infantry Assault Badge (3 June 1942) Eastern Front Medal (21 July 1942) German Cross in Gold (21 October 1943) Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 4 October 1944 as Oberst and commander of Grenadier-Regiment 980
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Who was Ewald Burian?
German officer and Knight's Cross recipients (1896-1981)
When was Ewald Burian born?
Ewald Burian was born on 12 July 1896 in Chernivtsi.
When did Ewald Burian die?
Ewald Burian died on 3 November 1981 in Cologne.
What was Ewald Burian's occupation?
Ewald Burian was a military personnel.
What nationality was Ewald Burian?
Ewald Burian was Romanian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ewald Burian. https://biography.guide/ewald-burian/
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