About Werner von Eichstedt
Lived 1896 – 1944 (aged 47–48). Werner von Eichstedt was a military personnel.
Werner Bernhard Franz von Eichstedt (1 January 1896 – 26 August 1944) was a German general (Generalmajor) in the Wehrmacht during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany. Eichstedt was killed on 26 August 1944 near Kishinev, Moldova during the Soviet Second Jassy–Kishinev Offensive.
Awards and decorations
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 16 November 1943 as Oberst and commander of Artillerie-Regiment 306
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Werner von Eichstedt?
German General and Knight's Cross recipient
When was Werner von Eichstedt born?
Werner von Eichstedt was born in 1896 in Saerbeck.
When did Werner von Eichstedt die?
Werner von Eichstedt died on 26 August 1944 in Chișinău.
What was Werner von Eichstedt's occupation?
Werner von Eichstedt was a military personnel.
What nationality was Werner von Eichstedt?
Werner von Eichstedt's recorded nationality: German Reich.
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