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Walther Krause

1890 – 1960

German General and Knight's Cross recipient

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About Walther Krause

Lived 1890 – 1960 (aged 69). Walther Krause was a German military personnel.

Walther Krause (31 December 1890 – 25 October 1960) was a German general during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany.

Awards and decorations

Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 10 June 1943 as Generalmajor and commander of 170. Infanterie-Division

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Awards
German Cross in Gold; Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Walther Krause's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Walther Krause?

German General and Knight's Cross recipient (1890–1960)

When was Walther Krause born?

Walther Krause was born on 31 December 1890 in Świdnica.

When did Walther Krause die?

Walther Krause died on 25 October 1960 in Göttingen.

What was Walther Krause's occupation?

Walther Krause was a military personnel.

What nationality was Walther Krause?

Walther Krause was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Walther Krause

· Wikidata: Q91506

· DBpedia: Walther Krause

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