About Henning Schönfeld
Lived 1894 – 1958 (aged 63). Henning Schönfeld was a German military personnel.
Henning Schönfeld (19 May 1894 – 11 March 1958) was a general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II who commanded the 2nd Panzer Division. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross.
Awards and decorations
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 15 August 1940 as Oberstleutnant and commander of Aufklärungs-Abteilung 20
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Henning Schönfeld?
German General and Knight's Cross recipient (1894–1958)
When was Henning Schönfeld born?
Henning Schönfeld was born on 19 May 1894 in Szczecin.
When did Henning Schönfeld die?
Henning Schönfeld died on 11 March 1958 in Bonn.
What was Henning Schönfeld's occupation?
Henning Schönfeld was a military personnel.
What nationality was Henning Schönfeld?
Henning Schönfeld was German.
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· Wikipedia: Henning Schönfeld
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