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Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck

1894 – 1944

German General and Knight's Cross Recipient

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About Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck

Lived 1894 – 1944 (aged 49). Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck was a military personnel.

Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck (18 February 1894 – 10 January 1944) was a German general in the Wehrmacht during World War II who commanded several divisions. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany. He died from wounds on 10 January 1944 in a Breslau hospital and was posthumously promoted to Generalleutnant.

Awards and decorations

Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 8 September 1941 as Oberst and commander of Infanterie-Regiment 120 (mot.)

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Important facts

Born
18 February 1894, Berlin
Birth century
19th century
Died
10 January 1944, Wrocław
Occupation
Military personnel
Nationality
German Reich
Awards
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross; Iron Cross, 1st class; Crimea Shield; Wehrmacht Long Service Award; Iron Cross, 2nd class; Commander of the Friedrich Order; Knight of the Royal House Order of Hohenzollern with Swords; Wound Badge (1918) in Black; Cross of Honour for Combatants, with Swords; Long Service Medal 4th Class, 4 Years (Wehrmacht); Long Service Medal 3rd Class, 12 Years (Wehrmacht); Long Service Medal 2nd Class, 18 Years (Wehrmacht)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck?

German General and Knight's Cross Recipient (1894–1944)

When was Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck born?

Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck was born on 18 February 1894 in Berlin.

When did Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck die?

Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck died on 10 January 1944 in Wrocław.

What was Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck's occupation?

Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck was a military personnel.

What nationality was Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck?

Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck's recorded nationality: German Reich.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck

· Wikidata: Q2378095

· DBpedia: Karl-Albrecht von Groddeck

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