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Wilhelm von Krosigk

1871 – 1953

German Naval commander

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About Wilhelm von Krosigk

Lived 1871 – 1953 (aged 81). Wilhelm von Krosigk was a German marineoffizier.

Wilhelm von Krosigk (20 November 1871 – 12 August 1953), was the German commander of the SMS Stettin during a visit to the United States in 1912. He commanded the ship from October 1911 to October 1913.

He was born in 1871 in Ballenstedt, in the Duchy of Anhalt, in the German Empire. He died in 1953 in Germany.

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Important facts

Born
20 November 1871, Ballenstedt
Birth century
19th century
Died
12 August 1953, Kummerfeld
Occupation
Marineoffizier
Nationality
Germany
Awards
Order of the Red Eagle 4th Class

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Wilhelm von Krosigk?

German Naval commander (1871-1953)

When was Wilhelm von Krosigk born?

Wilhelm von Krosigk was born on 20 November 1871 in Ballenstedt.

When did Wilhelm von Krosigk die?

Wilhelm von Krosigk died on 12 August 1953 in Kummerfeld.

What was Wilhelm von Krosigk's occupation?

Wilhelm von Krosigk was a marineoffizier.

What nationality was Wilhelm von Krosigk?

Wilhelm von Krosigk was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Wilhelm von Krosigk

· Wikidata: Q8002360

· DBpedia: Wilhelm von Krosigk

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