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Thomas-Emil von Wickede

1893 – 1944

German general and Knight's Cross recipients

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About Thomas-Emil von Wickede

Lived 1893 – 1944 (aged 51). Thomas-Emil von Wickede was a military officer.

Thomas-Emil von Wickede (23 April 1893 – 23 June 1944) was a German general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II who commanded the X Army Corps. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. Wickede was killed on 23 June 1944, when an aircraft carrying him and generals Karl Eglseer, Eduard Dietl and Franz Rossi crashed in the vicinity of the small village of Rettenegg, Styria.

Awards

Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 15 August 1940 as Oberstleutnant and commander of Infanterie-Regiment 4

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Important facts

Born
23 April 1893, Verden
Birth century
19th century
Died
23 June 1944, Rettenegg
Occupation
Military officer
Nationality
German Reich
Awards
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross

People in Thomas-Emil von Wickede's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

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Karl Eglseer
1890 – 1944
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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas-Emil von Wickede?

German general and Knight's Cross recipients (1893-1944)

When was Thomas-Emil von Wickede born?

Thomas-Emil von Wickede was born on 23 April 1893 in Verden.

When did Thomas-Emil von Wickede die?

Thomas-Emil von Wickede died on 23 June 1944 in Rettenegg.

What was Thomas-Emil von Wickede's occupation?

Thomas-Emil von Wickede was a military officer.

What nationality was Thomas-Emil von Wickede?

Thomas-Emil von Wickede's recorded nationality: German Reich.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas-Emil von Wickede

· Wikidata: Q7786802

· DBpedia: Thomas-Emil von Wickede

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