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Johannes Barge

1906 – 2000

German General and Knight's Cross recipient

Military officer
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About Johannes Barge

Lived 1906 – 2000 (aged 93). Johannes Barge was a German military officer.

Johannes Barge (23 March 1906 – 28 February 2000) was an officer in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II who was responsible for German military operations causing the Cephalonia Massacre in September 1943.

Awards and decorations

German Cross in Gold on 28 July 1943 as Major in Infanterie-Bataillon 550 z.b.V. Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 10 May 1945 as Oberst and commander of Festungs-Grenadier-Regiment Kreta

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Important facts

Born
23 March 1906, Lage
Birth century
20th century
Died
28 February 2000, Lage
Occupation
Military officer
Nationality
Germany
Awards
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross; German Cross in Gold

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Johannes Barge?

German General and Knight's Cross recipient

When was Johannes Barge born?

Johannes Barge was born on 23 March 1906 in Lage.

When did Johannes Barge die?

Johannes Barge died on 28 February 2000 in Lage.

What was Johannes Barge's occupation?

Johannes Barge was a military officer.

What nationality was Johannes Barge?

Johannes Barge was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Johannes Barge

· Wikidata: Q6216529

· DBpedia: Johannes Barge

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