August Schmidt

Military Person

1892 – 1972

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Who was August Schmidt?

August Schmidt was a German general who commanded the 10th Panzergrenadier 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. August Schmidt was captured by Soviet troops in April 1945 and was held until 1955.

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Born
Nov 3, 1892
Fürth
Died
Jan 17, 1972
Munich

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on July 23, 2013

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