About Wilhelm Bohnstedt
Lived 1888 – 1947 (aged 58). Wilhelm Bohnstedt was a German military personnel.
Wilhelm Bohnstedt (5 October 1888 – 11 August 1947) was a German general in the Wehrmacht during World War II who commanded the 32nd Infantry Division. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany. Bohnstedt surrendered in 1945 and was interned until his death in 1947. He was the younger brother of Eberhardt Bohnstedt.
Awards and decorations
Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 13 October 1941 as Generalmajor and commander of 32. Infanterie-Division
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Who was Wilhelm Bohnstedt?
German General and Knight's Cross recipient (1888-1947)
When was Wilhelm Bohnstedt born?
Wilhelm Bohnstedt was born on 5 October 1888 in Smardzewo, West Pomeranian Voivodeship.
When did Wilhelm Bohnstedt die?
Wilhelm Bohnstedt died on 11 August 1947 in Hamelin.
What was Wilhelm Bohnstedt's occupation?
Wilhelm Bohnstedt was a military personnel.
What nationality was Wilhelm Bohnstedt?
Wilhelm Bohnstedt was German.
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