Hans-Georg Leyser

Military Person

1896 – 1980

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Who was Hans-Georg Leyser?

Hans-Georg Leyser was a highly decorated Generalmajor in the Wehrmacht during World War II who commanded the 29. Infanterie-Division. 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-Georg Leyser surrendered on 31 January 1943 during the Battle of Stalingrad.

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Born
Jun 16, 1896
Brandenburg
Died
Apr 18, 1980
Hanover

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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