Hans Degen

Military Person

1899 – 1971

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Who was Hans Degen?

Hans Degen was a highly decorated Generalleutnant in the Wehrmacht during World War II. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross. The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross was awarded to recognise extreme battlefield bravery or successful military leadership. Hans Degen was captured by American troops in May 1945 and was held until 1947.

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Born
Feb 18, 1899
Rosenheim
Died
Nov 8, 1971
Bad Tölz

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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