Ulrich Freiherr von Canstein
Military Person
1906 – 1991
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Who was Ulrich Freiherr von Canstein?
Ulrich Maria Freiherr von Canstein was a highly decorated Oberst 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. Ulrich Freiherr von Canstein was captured by British troops in May 1945 and later joined the Bundeswehr.
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- Born
- Jun 16, 1906
Dortmund - Nationality
- Nazi Germany
- Died
- Aug 10, 1991
Munich
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on July 23, 2013
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