About Franz-Joseph Schulze
Lived 1918 – 2005 (aged 86). Franz-Joseph Schulze was a German military personnel.
Franz-Joseph Schulze (18 September 1918 – 31 January 2005) was a German general who was the Commander in Chief, Allied Forces Central Europe (NATO). During World War II, he served in the Luftwaffe and was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany.
Awards
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 30 November 1944 as Oberleutnant and Chef of the 3./Flak-Sturm-Regiment 241 Großes Verdienstkreuz mit Stern und Schulterband des Verdienstordens der Bundesrepublik Deutschland Commander of the Legion of Honour Commander of the Legion of Merit
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Franz-Joseph Schulze?
German general and Knight's Cross recipients (1918–2005)
When was Franz-Joseph Schulze born?
Franz-Joseph Schulze was born on 18 September 1918 in Salzkotten.
When did Franz-Joseph Schulze die?
Franz-Joseph Schulze died on 31 January 2005 in Bonn.
What was Franz-Joseph Schulze's occupation?
Franz-Joseph Schulze was a military personnel.
What nationality was Franz-Joseph Schulze?
Franz-Joseph Schulze was German.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Franz-Joseph Schulze
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Franz-Joseph Schulze. https://biography.guide/franz-joseph-schulze/
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