About Fritz Wentzell
Lived 1899 – 1948 (aged 48). Fritz Wentzell was a military personnel.
Fritz Wentzell (29 April 1899 – 1 April 1948) was a German general (Generalleutnant) in the Wehrmacht during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany.
Awards and decorations
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 23 October 1944 as Generalmajor and chief of the general staff of the 10. Armee
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Fritz Wentzell?
German General and Knight's Cross recipient
When was Fritz Wentzell born?
Fritz Wentzell was born on 29 April 1899 in Kassel.
When did Fritz Wentzell die?
Fritz Wentzell died on 1 April 1948 in Bad Nauheim.
What was Fritz Wentzell's occupation?
Fritz Wentzell was a military personnel.
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