Karl Mauss
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Karl Mauss (17 May 1898 – 9 February 1959) was a German general during World War II. He commanded the 7th Panzer Division and was one of only 27 German military men to receive the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords and Diamonds.
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Born | (1898-05-17)17 May 1898 Plön, German Empire |
Died | 9 February 1959(1959-02-09) (aged 60) Hamburg, West Germany |
Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
Years of service | 1914–22, 1934–45 |
Rank | General der Panzertruppe |
Unit | 10th Panzer Division |
Commands held | 7th Panzer Division |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords and Diamonds |
Other work | Dentist |
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