About Walther von Axthelm
Lived 1893 – 1972 (aged 78). Walther von Axthelm was a German military personnel and military officer.
Walther Moritz Heinrich Wolfgang von Axthelm (23 December 1893 – 6 January 1972) was a German general (General der Flakartillerie) in the Luftwaffe during World War II who commanded the I Flak Corps. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany. Axthelm served with the Ministry of Aviation (Reichsluftfahrtministerium) from 12 January 1942 to the end of March 1945, holding the position of General der Flakwaffe (Inspector of Anti-Aircraft Artillery). Axthelm surrendered to American troops in 1945 and was interned until 1947.
Awards and decorations
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 4 September 1941 as Generalmajor and commander of the I. Flak-Korps
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Walther von Axthelm?
German general (1893-1972)
When was Walther von Axthelm born?
Walther von Axthelm was born on 23 December 1893 in Hersbruck.
When did Walther von Axthelm die?
Walther von Axthelm died on 6 January 1972 in Traunstein.
What was Walther von Axthelm's occupation?
Walther von Axthelm was a military personnel and military officer.
What nationality was Walther von Axthelm?
Walther von Axthelm was German.
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