About Helmuth Prieß
Lived 1896 – 1944 (aged 48). Helmuth Prieß was a military officer.
Helmuth Prieß (6 March 1896 – 21 October 1944) was a general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II who commanded the XXVII Army Corps. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. Prieß was killed on 21 October 1944 in Hasenrode, East Prussia.
Awards and decorations
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 7 March 1944 as Generalleutnant and commander of 121. Infanterie-Division
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Helmuth Prieß?
German general and Knight's Cross recipient
When was Helmuth Prieß born?
Helmuth Prieß was born on 6 March 1896 in Hildesheim.
When did Helmuth Prieß die?
Helmuth Prieß died on 21 October 1944 in East Prussia.
What was Helmuth Prieß's occupation?
Helmuth Prieß was a military officer.
What nationality was Helmuth Prieß?
Helmuth Prieß's recorded nationality: German Reich.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Helmuth Prieß (Wehrmacht general)
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