Walter Fries
German general (1894–1982) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Walter Fries (22 April 1894 – 6 August 1982) was a German general in the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany during World War II. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords.
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Walter Fries | |
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Born | (1894-04-22)22 April 1894 Gusternhain (Breitscheid, Hesse) |
Died | 6 August 1982(1982-08-06) (aged 88) Weilburg / Lahn |
Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic) Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Army |
Years of service | 1912–45 |
Rank | General der Panzertruppe |
Commands held | 29th Panzergrenadier Division XXXXVI Army Corps |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords |
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