Hans Kissel
German General and Knight's Cross recipients
About Hans Kissel
Lived 1897 – 1975 (aged 78). Hans Kissel was a German military officer, writer and major general.
Hans Kissel (19 February 1897 – 30 November 1975) was a highly decorated Generalmajor in the Wehrmacht during World War II. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross.
Awards and decorations Iron Cross (1914) 2nd Class 1st Class Honour Cross of the World War 1914/1918 Iron Cross (1939) 2nd Class 1st Class Wound Badge (1939) in Black or Silver Eastern Front Medal German Cross in Gold (18 June 1942) Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 17 March 1944 as Oberst and commander of Grenadier-Regiment 683
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Who was Hans Kissel?
German General and Knight's Cross recipients (1897–1975)
When was Hans Kissel born?
Hans Kissel was born on 19 February 1897 in Mannheim.
When did Hans Kissel die?
Hans Kissel died on 30 November 1975 in Aglasterhausen.
What was Hans Kissel's occupation?
Hans Kissel was a military officer, writer and major general.
What nationality was Hans Kissel?
Hans Kissel was German.
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