Bruno Frankewitz

Military Person

1897 – 1982

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Who was Bruno Frankewitz?

Bruno Frankewitz was a highly decorated Generalleutnant in the Wehrmacht during World War II who commanded the 215. Infanterie-Division. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross and its higher grade Oak Leaves was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership. Bruno Frankewitz was captured by American troops in May 1945 and was held until 1947.

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Born
Dec 8, 1897
Tywęzy
Died
Aug 11, 1982
Straelen

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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