Walter Hörnlein
Military Person
1893 – 1961
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Who was Walter Hörnlein?
Walter "Papa" Hörnlein was a General der Infanterie in the Wehrmacht during World War II, and one of only 882 recipients of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves. This award was given to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or outstanding military leadership.
He was the commander of the Großdeutschland Division.
Walter Hörnlein surrendered to American troops on 4 May 1945 and was held until 1947.
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- Born
- Jan 2, 1893
Karstädt, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern - Died
- Sep 14, 1961
Cologne
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on July 23, 2013
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