Walter Krüger (Wehrmacht general)
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Eugen Walter Krüger (23 March 1892 – 11 July 1973) was a German general during World War II who commanded the LVIII Panzer Corps. He was a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross of Nazi Germany.
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Walter Krüger | |
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Born | 23 March 1892 Zeitz, German Empire |
Died | 11 July 1973(1973-07-11) (aged 81) Baden-Baden, West Germany |
Allegiance | German Empire Weimar Republic Nazi Germany |
Service/ | Army (Wehrmacht) |
Years of service | 1910–45 |
Rank | General der Panzertruppe |
Commands held | 1st Panzer Division LVIII Panzer Corps |
Battles/wars | World War I
World War II |
Awards | Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross |
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