About Gerhard Wilck
Lived 1898 – 1985 (aged 86). Gerhard Wilck was a German military personnel.
Gerhard Wilck (17 June 1898 – 5 April 1985) was the German commander who defended the German city of Aachen in the Battle of Aachen. He surrendered on 21 October 1944 against the orders of Hitler, after a stubborn defense and bitter urban warfare.
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Who was Gerhard Wilck?
German commander of Aachen (1898-1985)
When was Gerhard Wilck born?
Gerhard Wilck was born on 17 June 1898 in Lubawa.
When did Gerhard Wilck die?
Gerhard Wilck died on 5 April 1985 in Rheinbreitbach.
What was Gerhard Wilck's occupation?
Gerhard Wilck was a military personnel.
What nationality was Gerhard Wilck?
Gerhard Wilck was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gerhard Wilck. https://biography.guide/gerhard-wilck/
MLA: "Gerhard Wilck." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gerhard-wilck/.
Chicago: "Gerhard Wilck." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/gerhard-wilck/.
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