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Wilhelm Söth

1903 – 1978

German officer and Knight's Cross recipient

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About Wilhelm Söth

Lived 1903 – 1978 (aged 75). Wilhelm Söth was a German military personnel.

Wilhelm Söth (15 February 1903 – 6 July 1978) was a German general during World War II who commanded the 3rd Panzer Division. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany.

Awards

Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on 28 November 1940 as Hauptmann and commander of the II./Artillerie-Regiment 56

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Important facts

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

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Wilhelm Söth's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Wilhelm Söth?

German officer and Knight's Cross recipient

When was Wilhelm Söth born?

Wilhelm Söth was born on 15 February 1903 in Wilster.

When did Wilhelm Söth die?

Wilhelm Söth died on 6 July 1978 in Hamburg.

What was Wilhelm Söth's occupation?

Wilhelm Söth was a military personnel.

What nationality was Wilhelm Söth?

Wilhelm Söth was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Wilhelm Söth

· Wikidata: Q16008457

· DBpedia: Wilhelm Söth

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