Hermann Breith
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Hermann Albert Breith (7 May 1892 – 3 September 1964) was a German general during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords of Nazi Germany. Breith commanded the III Army Corps.
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Hermann Breith | |
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Born | (1892-05-07)7 May 1892 Pirmasens, German Empire |
Died | 3 September 1964(1964-09-03) (aged 72) Pech district of Wachtberg, West Germany |
Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
Service/ | German Army |
Years of service | 1910–45 |
Rank | General der Panzertruppe |
Commands held | III Panzer Corps |
Battles/wars | World War I
World War II |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords |
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