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Gerhard Schacht

1916 – 1972

German officer and Knight's Cross recipient

Paratrooper

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About Gerhard Schacht

Lived 1916 – 1972 (aged 55). Gerhard Schacht was a German paratrooper.

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Important facts

Born

6 April 1916, Steglitz

Birth century

20th century

Died

7 February 1972, Dortmund

Occupation

Paratrooper

Nationality

Germany

Awards

German Cross in Gold; Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Gerhard Schacht's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Gerhard Schacht?

German officer and Knight's Cross recipient (1916-1972)

When was Gerhard Schacht born?

Gerhard Schacht was born on 6 April 1916 in Steglitz.

When did Gerhard Schacht die?

Gerhard Schacht died on 7 February 1972 in Dortmund.

What was Gerhard Schacht's occupation?

Gerhard Schacht was a paratrooper.

What nationality was Gerhard Schacht?

Gerhard Schacht was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gerhard Schacht

· Wikidata: Q101891

· DBpedia: Gerhard Schacht

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