About Johannes Hölz
Lived 1906 – 1945 (aged 38). Johannes Hölz was a German military personnel.
Johannes Hölz (2 July 1906 – 29 April 1945) 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. Johannes Hölz was killed on 29 April 1945 during the retreat of 9. Armee during the Battle of Halbe.
Awards and decorations Iron Cross (1939) 2nd Class 1st Class Eastern Front Medal German Cross in Gold (5 May 1943) Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 10 October 1944 as Oberst i.G. and Chief of the General Staff of LV. Armeekorps
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Who was Johannes Hölz?
German General and Knight's Cross recipients
When was Johannes Hölz born?
Johannes Hölz was born on 2 July 1906 in Münsingen.
When did Johannes Hölz die?
Johannes Hölz died on 29 April 1945.
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Johannes Hölz was a military personnel.
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Johannes Hölz was German.
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