Wilhelm Wegener

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Wilhelm Wegener

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Death: September 24, 1944 (49)
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About Wilhelm Wegener

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilhelm_Wegener

Wilhelm Wegener (29 April 1895 – 24 September 1944) was a German general of infantry, serving during World War II. He was also a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords. He was killed in action by the Soviet air attack aircraft on 24 September 1944. His demise was announced by Berlin radio on 26 September 1944, stating that he “met a hero’s death” on the Eastern Front.

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Wilhelm Wegener's Timeline

1895
April 29, 1895
1944
September 24, 1944
Age 49